1846 Mar.
McLaughlin, Father Peter:
On Board Ship at Cincinnati, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He writes again to explain the other scroll. He goes into details why he could not publish the banns in the case mentioned by Father (Michael) Byrne. Father Dillon's table was taken by Mrs. McLynchy. Father (James) Kearney baptized the little ones and not be. He purchased the things he took from his own money. The chalice he would have paid for but Purcell demanded it. Natchez and its climate forbids that he go there. He has never heard one word about a lawyer putting him out at Cleveland. He accuses Father Byrne again of breaking his promise not to speak against him. The protestants mentioned by Purcell would become Catholics were he in Cleveland.
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(1846 Mar.)
Richards, Newton:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt issued to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc for $441.30 due in March 1846. Signed by J. Schockler for Richards.
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1846 March 1,
Baraga, (Father) Frederick:
Lapointe, Misconsin
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Baraga stopped again in Lapoint on his way from Fond du Lac to L'Anse. He intends to go on the next day. Again Baraga asks the Bishop to consent to Father (Otto) Skolla's dismissal from the diocese. He also asked Bishop Henni to accept and confirm Skolla as a missionary in his diocese. Skolla is very useful in Lapointe and the congregation would not like to lose him. This also help Baraga as he could spend more time at his own mission. Once more Baraga gives instructions about the money sent for him from Vienna. Now he wants that all $890 from Vienna be given to the agent of the Fur Company. Mr. Dudgeon, because it is the shortest and surest way. Should the Bishop have given $600 already to Mr. Dudgeon then he should give him the remaining $290. When he comes to present an order for $890 which Baraga had sent him. Baraga asks the Bishop's pardon for troubling him so much. He wishes to see the Bishop to tell him of his love and reverence for him. P.S. Baraga informs the Bishop about Mr. Feorau and asks him to send him the (enclosed) letter.
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1846 Mar. 1
Fournier, Father St. Jean Parish:
Verdun Diocese, (France)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Fournier for a long time has resolved to become a missionary some day but the reports of the bad influence of America on the physique and morals of young and inexperienced Europeans have been the only obstacle to the carrying out of his plan. He thought he should wait 15 years. Providence sent Father (Nicolas) Francais to the Diocese of Verdun. What he told Fournier about Blanc's kindness to his priests and the poverty of the missions has made Fournier decide to cross the ocean with him in October to offer himself to Blanc. And if he is not accepted, he asks that Blanc recommend him for some other diocese.
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1846 Mar. 1
Hall, W.W.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Being the attending physician of Father M.D. O'Reily, Hall considers it proper to name to Blanc his very critical situation from a peculiar conditions of the organs of the chest, under the conviction that Blanc will lead O'Reily to make disposition of his worldly affairs. Hall does not think it well to let O'Reily know at once that he must soon die. (P.S.) He is at Mr. Taylor's.
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1846 March 2
Pierz, Father Francois:
Arbre Croche, Michigan
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Pierz tells Lefevere that he was very much pleased at the address of the President given to the congress concerning progress of the Indians in their education. On the other hand, after reading the gazette (?), Pierz is saddened by the yearly report of Mr. W. Medill, commissioner of the Indian affairs to Congress, in regard to the Indian situation. Medill says that they will try to deport the Ottawa and Chippewa Indians from their home to the West of the Mississippi. Pierz tells Lefevere of a larceny of $1,000 committed by William Janson, the associate of Hamlin. Janson and his group tried also to get $4,000 more from the Indians. He also wrote a letter to Washington, which was a big lie. Janson in his letter says that the Indians are in a plot with the savages from Canada to attack the Americans in case of war. In Mackinac there is a rumor that the English government offered $40,000 to the savages to attack and take Mackinac Island. Pierz says that this may be coming from the same source as the letter written to Washington, and believes that this is some kind of clever plan to figure out a reason for taking away the savages from their home. Pierz asks Lefevere what he should do in such circumstances. He is going to Mackinac as soon as he can get information concerning the real situation. He regrets his insufficient knowledge of English and his lack of money, because it prevents him from going to Washington to see the President. Maybe Lefevere will go to Washington for the savages. Lefevere could destroy the wrong impression that the governments holds concerning Indian affairs. His schools are doing very well. There are a great number of savages learning to read in Indian. He is very much satisfied with the teachers of Arbre Croche, and Lacroix. But on the contrary Kosegwan, the teacher at Middletown is lazy. Consequently Pierz kept school at Middletown for quite a long time. But after the children have learned the small book of Father Frederick Baraga he does not have anything else. It is necessary to print a small catechism and correct the doctrines and the spelling. He also wrote a letter to Baraga, but he did not get any answer up to that day. Pierz thinks that everything would be fine if Lefevere would permit the printing of the catechism of 105 pages at Detroit. He suggests Mr. Caminsky, the printer. Pierz shall print his great catechism as soon as he receives the consent of Baraga. Father (Hyacinth Van) Renthergen does such a good work in his mission that everybody likes him very much. Father (Ignatius) Mrak applies himself as well as he can in his mission. He is at Lacorix when Pierz is at Arbre Croche, and vice versa. Pierz thinks that Mrak will be a good missionary. Pierz asks for his salary so he can pay the teachers. Pierz asks Lefevere to send the note through Bearchard and Votson of Arbre Croche. If not Lefevere should send it to Bedel and Drew of Mackinac.
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1846 Mar. 2
Walsh, James, James H. Greene and P.M. O'Brien:
Brooklyn, (New York)
to (Orestes A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts)
On behalf of the Society of the Young Friends of Ireland, they invite Brownson to attend their third annual dinner. All good men are anxious to alleviate the ignominy which has been suffered by their native land. They are seeking to improve the condition and degraded state of their countrymen both in America and in Ireland. To give stability to the Society they hold a dinner on the feast of St. Patrick yearly; as a most esteemed guest they request the honor of Brownson's presence at their next celebration.
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1846 Mar. 3
(Gillet), C.SS.R., Father Louis:
Monroe, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Father Louis has just received the Bishop's letter. Mother Provincial (Mother Theresa Maxis, I.H.M.) and he appreciate the interest the Bishop has in their little establishment. The Mother Superior says that an exception might be made in regard to the board but Father Louis asks the Bishop to inform the lady that the other costs, such as laundry, etc., would have to conform to the prospectus. He indicates other exceptions which can be made. The establishment (St. Mary's Academy, Monroe, Michigan) is prospering, there are now 40 girls, the boys having been sent back home, and 3 boarders. An unknown disease of the throat has been raging there. It is still quite near by at Toledo (Ohio) and (Erie) Bay (Settlement, Michigan) but at present it is abating. A few weeks ago Father Cappe (Anthony Kopp) visited him and today Father (Peter) Warloppe (Warlop). Father Louis asks the Bishop, if the sickness continues, to permit them to hold a triduum with a sort of retreat and exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. He will let the Bishop know how it goes; at the moment he has a bad sore throat himself. Fear has had its effect and they are hastening to confession. It is wise since usually in three days, the end comes. He has heard that Father (Peter) Kindekens had returned from his long trip. Next Tuesday, March 10, is the anniversary of the planting of the cross at Monroe. Abbe Moret ought to be there to repair the honor of Savoy which he lost there.
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1846 Mar. 3
Haskins, Father G(eorge) F.:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
to Father J(ames) R(oosevelt) Bayley:
New York, (New York)
Between two and three months ago Haskins wrote a long letter, just after or just before Bishop (John) Hughes' departure, explaining to Bayley the whole matter about certain reports that were in circulation with regard to Haskins at the College, (Fordham) and speaking of Haskins' calling on Hughes when he was last in New York and of his refusing to see Haskins. Haskins rejoices to hear of Bayley's continued good health. He feared Bayley might sink under such a load of cares. Haskins has at last received an appointment and for the present is pastor of the Church of St. John Baptist, commonly known as the Free Church. It is a poor but very vast congregation and presents a splendid field for labor. Bishop (Benedict Joseph) Fenwick's health is not materially improved, so say the doctors, who fear a sudden death. To them, however, he appears decidedly better. He is quite cheerful and talkative; his illness has never at the worst time caused him to be absent for a single meal. On Sunday last the Bishop assisted at High Mass. In (Orestes A.) Brownson's next review, they will perhaps see an article by Haskins. Haskins did not think it worth much, but Brownson would have it. Dr. Monahan is very industrious and sends his kindest respects. He receives letters occasionally from Whelan who is doing well. If Bayley sees anybody from St. Louis, he is requested to make some inquiries about their friend, Collett.
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1846 Mar. 4
McLaughlin, Father Peter:
Steamboat, North Queen
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Since Purcell has expressed a desire that he go to Ireland or England he will explain his reason for not being able to go to either place. His Father and Mother dying while he was young he was placed in bond to a couple in Armagh. Because of ill-treatment he fled to another parish and lived until the time he came to this country. He fears that if he returns to any part of the British Empire and attracts attention, those to whom he was indentured might make claim on him, because of their intense hatred of Catholicity. His life has been an uneven one, and he is fully aware of the future that lies before him. He asks that Purcell forgive him. He did not ask Bishop (Michael) O'Connor for a place. He desires to go to Bishop (John Martin) Henni at Milwaukee. He asks Purcell to direct him.
P.S. Their captain is very kind. Most of the passengers are Catholic. He preached to a large crowd. There is but one Catholic family in the town and he is afraid to baptize them. His prison is Freeman's Landing, Brook's Country, Virginia.
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1846 Mar. 5
Dunigan, Edw(ar)d:
New York, (New York)
to Father (Francis P.) McFarland:
(New York, New York)
Bill for books receipted by Dunigan.
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1846 Mar. 5
Timon, C.M., Father J(ohn):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
Baton Rouge, L(ouisiana)
Timon has decided to send someone to Havana, principally to make known the (College of St. Vincent) and to form acquaintances in the interests of the institution in Cuba. Also they might search into the archives for rights of the Church of St. Louis and help for their Church of St. Vincent. He thinks their envoy need not stay more than three weeks. They will have letters from the Governor and Liutenant-Governor of Louisiana and other friends but none as useful as those Blanc would deign to write. The choice for this mission is Father (John) Lleberia, (C.M.). No inconvenience will arrive from his absence as Timon daily expects Father (John) Chandy, (C.M.) and Father DeMarchi, one of whom will remain permanently. In Blanc's diocese, Father (James) Burlando, (C.M.) will remain until after Easter; hence, though Father Bernier will go up with Timon on the 15th, there will be ample means of meeting Lleberia's absence. By request of Father (Stephen) Rousselon Timon warned Father (M.D.) O'Reily of his great danger of death which cannot delay many days. Timon gave instruction to the Sisters of Charity at Donaldson and was much edified.
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1846 Mar. 6
Blanc, Father Charles:
Louisville, K(entuc)ky
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Not long ago Father Blanc learned that Father (Joseph) Stahlschmidt had died in Mexico. He was Father Blanc's predecessor who left January 27, 1839 to go to the southern states to collect money for the debt for building the German Church. Nothing certain has been known about him since he left and efforts were made to remedy the situation at St. Boniface Church but now it is absolutely necessary to get some information not only for the congregation but for his mother and relatives in Germany. Knowing that Stahlschmidt went to New Orleans sometimes and that Bishop (Blanc) might know, Father Blanc knows no other way to obtain information.
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1846 Mar. 6
Brunner, C.PP.S., Father Francis D.:
Norwalk, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
There has come to them in the past few days a priest named Cyrian Hertel from Bavaria. He stayed a few days in New York with Father Rafxeiner where he had faculties for celebrating Mass and preaching. But Father Rafeiner, a Precious Blood Father, was forced to leave Bavaria because of an irregularity. Brunner asks Purcell what he is to do. He does not want to keep the man and yet does not want to cast him into the streets. That day he and a companion go to Minster to conduct a mission of eight days. He asks that sufficient sacred oils be sent him at Minster. He He has begun the building of a frame church at Thompson's Settlement according to the Bishop's wishes. However he wishes to know if there is to be another cemetery and if those buried in the old cemetery are to be left there. He also has cases of laborers asking permission to eat meat three times a day, and lacking instructions in his letters from Purcell he asks what can be done. For the rest they and the Sisters pray daily for the bishop.
P.S. The priest had been interdicted by the governor of the place (Spires) but has a testimony of good life since. He is 38 years old.
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1846 Mar. 6
Dunigan, Edw(ar)d:
New York, (New York)
to Father (Francis P.) McFarland:
(St. John's College, New York)
Bill for books receipted by Dunigan.
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1846 Mar. 6
(Hailandière), Bishop Cel(estin de la):
Vincennes, (Indiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It was only if someone failed to send it from France, that (Hailandiere) would ask Blanc to send a barrel of red wine and two of white. However, since (Blanc) is so willing (Hailandière) would be obliged if he would. He would also like a hamper of olive oil and some sugar which will bring his expenditures up to $100 which he will send with Father (Auguste) Martin. (Blanc) sees priests of Hailandière)'s diocese come and go; he does not send them. He finds the price of the orders not too dear. P.S. He has learned of the death of Miss Bernard; she was a really pious girl and Sister Regina (Smith, S.C.) can attribute her refusal of the Sacraments to her insanity alone.
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1846 Mar. 6
(Purcell), Bishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
(Purcell) cannot suffer Blanc's amiable son in God and future devoted priest to leave the city without presenting his respects. (Peter) Cheri Noguès was much esteemed by all his teachers and fellow students at St. Xavier College. They have had a severe winter in Cincinnati.
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1846 Mar. 7
Masnou, C.M., Father J.:
Assumption Seminary, (Louisiana)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
(Pedro de Alcantara) Jimenes has just finished the retreat. Masnou has persuaded him to stay 3 or 4 months at the seminary. They could write to Rome to obtain other dimissorials without writing to (Jean) Pacheco. Masnou plans to come down to New Orleans with Jimenes next Monday. Last time Masnou wrote without knowing what Blanc had told Father (John) Lleberia, (C.M.) about Jimenes.
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1846 March 7
O'R(?), T.:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts
He regrets that Brownson, while alluding to immoral literature of the day, classes the works of Moore with those of Sue and Paul de Kock. It is true that some of his early works are exceptionable, but which no one regrets more than the author himself.
The immoral works of Moore have never been circulated in the cheap form to place them in the hands of the masses, nor have they been in circulation in the proportion one to a thousand to his other works.
Who has read "Paradise and the Peri", without receiving a moral, the purest and most consoling to a Christian heart; who has traveled with the "Irish Gentleman is Search of Religion" and not felt convinced which was the Church of God?
In this then, the man who should be classed without note or comment, with Sue and DeKock, whose works are calculated to sap the foundation of every moral virtue? He hopes that Brownson will alter his perhaps hasty opinion of one who is not numbered among those who lean a heavy hand upon the crushed and slandered Ireland; like our holy faith, the world is ever ready to hear that which may be said disparaging of her or of her sons, while the good passes for naught.
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1846 Mar. 7
Rousselon, Father E(tienne):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc):
Nothing extraordinary has happened since (Blanc) left but as he knows the ordinary things are enough to keep Rousselon busy. If he were, sure (Blanc) would get them Rousselon would send several letters he has received, one from Bishop (John Mary) Odin who will be here at the end of the month and one from Mr. Choiselat who states that (Blanc) still has 5000 francs to draw on. The others Rousselon will give to Father (Joseph) Giustiniani, (C.M.), who is to leave for Natchitoches. Father (John) Timon, (C.M.) will begin his retreat on Monday. This morning Timon ministered to Father (M.D.) O'Reily, who is very bad; Father (P.V.?) Plunkett is hardly better. The church is going ahead slowly but there is the painting to do; he will decide next week, especially if Carollton gives its dividends. A German was presented by Father Ogé(e); he offered 500 piastres for the little house in Rue d'Espagne. Father Lopez of Havana has sent seminarian to be ordained. Not finding (Blanc) here, he went on to Natchez; Rousselon gave him a letter for Bishop (John Joseph) Chanche and enclosed Lopez's letter. Timon wrote (Blanc) about Father (John Francis) Llebaria's trip to Havana in the interests of the College (of St. Vincent); he wants a letter of recommendation for Lopez. The "Robber" leaves for Natchitoches on Monday; if (Blanc) can take it, Giustiniani will probably be on board. Father (Peter Francis) Beaupre(z) has been there for several days. Father (V.) Raviol has come and gone. Andrew went to St. James with his apprentice master.
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1846 Mar. 8
Byrne, Father M(ichael) A.:
Cleveland, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He answers the charges of Father (Peter) McLaughlin contained in Purcell's letters. Purcell knows him too well to believe that he could have entered into any agreement to keep from the bishop the deeds of Father McLaughlin. Further he was confined to his bed by illness until the day Fatner McLaughlin left Cleveland. As to the two men, one is sincere but deceived, the other a dangerous man who is bitter against the bishop. Apparently his emotions destroyed his sense of what was true and false. McLaughlin told the people that having adhered to the decrees of the Councils of Baltimore, he had no reason for expecting removal by Purcell. Thus he excited sympathy in order to raise money. He asks Purcell to see that the stolen vestments and altar vessels are returned. McLaughlin owes money to some of the parishoners which Byrnes asks the bishop to make him pay. Also under the pretence of helping Father (Maurice) Howard he secured other monies. Father Howard is at Painsville. Byrne preached on the authority of the church. They will send the plan for the schoolhouse. He wants to commence a pastoral house at the same time.
P.S. The people are in possession of an excerpt of one of Purcell's letters to McLaughlin which seems to be against Byrne.
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1846 Mar. 8
Collet, L.:
Rennes, (France)
to Bishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
On the order of Father (Julian) Priour, Collet is shipping to Blanc two barrels of red wine and one of white wine. Priour said before he left Rennes that they were going to divide the wine between them. Blanc is to pay the freight and to notify Priour of their arrival by giving him the enclosed letter.
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1846 Mar. 8
Mégret, Father A(nthony) D(ésiré):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
This morning Mégret received Bishop (Anthony Blanc)'s letters of the 20th and 26th. Mégret wrote him a third one a week ago which he has not received because of absence but which Rousselon has no doubt read. Rousselon is not to forget what Mégret pointed out about the president of his trustees. He is playing a villainous role; he is leaving this morning for New Orleans. The attack was the work of Protestants and some bad Catholics but it was planned for a long time. Rousselon is not to trust André Martin's words. These Creoles have such weak characters. The trustees know the justice of Mégret's cause; things have remained in "status quo" for a month in spite of the promises they made him. If Rousselon sees Martin it would be good to report the Bishop's words that if it is proved that Catholics took part in the attack, the parish would be without a priest. The "Sign" says that there is a priest in New Orleans whom the Bishop does not know what to do with, that they should ask for him and send back Mégret because he is too severe, or get a priest for $100. This week Mégret will see Father (Louis) Dufour; they get along rather badly.
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1846 Mar. 8
O'Connor, Michael, Bp. of Pittsburgh:
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He asks Purcell if there is any danger of his being wrong in his estimation of the honesty of Dr. Nee, now of Paris, to whose son Purcell gave a letter of introduction to Father Dean. O'Connor was led to believe that the man was a perfect confidant of Purcell as well as Bishop (Joseph) Rosati and the Abbe Brassac. If Purcell feels that he is trustworthy he is to mention this uneasiness to no one. He thinks that Purcell was merely joking when he spoke of the Sisters of Mercy taking charge of the Boy's Asylums abandoned by the Sisters of Charity. He feels that the only reason for the abandonment is that such institutions are not suitable for religious females. What Purcell says of the Presentation Brothers, O'Connor must agree to with the exception that instead of giving Purcell brothers when he is ready to receive them he will send them when he himself can spare them.
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1846 Mar. 8
Pradel, Father Emile:
Paris, (France)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He has worked in the missions a long time if a desire and aptitude are sufficient. To pursue this career, he joined the Jesuits six years ago. A reverse in his parents' fortune forces him to go to their aid. He never gave up the thought of the ecclesiastical life and entered St. Sulpice. One year convinced him that the ministry as exercised in France was not for him. Pradel asks a place in (Blanc)'s diocese. Bishop (John Mary) Odin promised to bring his request to (Blanc) and support it. The certificate from the Provincial of the Jesuits stated that Pradel spent two years in their Society; he withdrew to attend to his parents' needs. The letter of ordination is the only one a priest needs; if (Blanc) desires anything further, Father Carbon has promised to furnish it. Pradel has been a priest one year. Odin also has his permission to leave the diocese.
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1846 Mar. 8
Spalding, Father Martin John:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He was wondering about Purcell's long correspondence when he received Purcell's message by Father (Charles) Boeswalt from which it would appear that Purcell was afraid of trespassing on Spalding's time. Father Boeswalt, Germanlike, thought Spalding had displeased Purcell but he was conscious of no offense. He is sorry that straetter turned out so badly. When he was there Spalding did all he could to encourage him, even sending him to receive Bishop (Benedict) Flaget's blessing. Father (Anthony) Blanc had already offered him a place in his house and the offer might have been repeated by Bishop Chabrat had there been room. Then he took to drink. He has gone to Germany. As to his project for the Provincial Council (1846), it must be introduced by one of the bishops, not by himself. He mentioned it to Purcell merely to find out if it might be entertained. He finished the book he had been writing yesterday, "The Evidences of Catholicity", a book of about 400 pages. He will not publish it for a month and will go to Bardstown for a visit. Father (Peter) McLaughlin has written to him for advice. He does not blame Purcell but does blame his associate in Cleveland. Spalding is at a loss for things to write to him. P.S. He sends his regards to his friends at Cincinnati.
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1846 Mar. 9
Artiguenave, Widow Mar(ie?)née Requin:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Blanc's kindness and the interest shown to her late older sister, Victoire Requin, the Widow Artiguenave, becomes her aunt by Marie's marriage to the nephew of Victoire's husband, has given Marie the courage to ask Blanc's help in securing employment as a teacher in a respectable family. She has spent the last five years, since her widowhood, in the home of Mrs. Lebreton Deschappelles of Jefferson Parish where she had the advantage of continuing the education of her own daughter while teaching Mrs. Deschappelles' oldest daughter. P.S. Blanc is to inform her when she could see him and present her daughter.
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1846 Mar. 9
Labiche, C.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $38.75 for bricks for the Conde Street church, tile, etc. sold to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc.
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1846 Mar. 10
Elet, S.J., Father J(ohn) A(nthony):
Cincinnati, Ohio
to (Bishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
As rector of St. Xavier College, Elet attests that (Peter) C(heri) Noguez has been a student for two years and is worthy of being admitted among the candidates for the priesthood.
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1846 Mar. 10
Fontbonne, Father James:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Receipt for 400 piastres received from Father (Stephen) Rousselon for Bishop (John Mary) Odin's account.
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(1846) Mar. 10
McLaughlin, Father Peter:
(On some boat) At Cincinnati
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He answers Purcell's letter concerning several things that took place at Cleveland, and Father (Michael) Byrne. Necessity dispensed with the banns in the marriages. The things he took belonged to him, except the chalice which he is returning. He did not think of the affair of preaching in a new state and in a protestant church. Purcell knew of his writing to Bishop (John) Chanche. He said what he did because Purcell liked him while he lived with him. He never blamed a lawyer for his removal. The protestants who wrote to Purcell would become Catholic if someone would difect them. If Purcell wants him to do justice to Father Byrne he will do so. He speaks of Byrne's oath not to speak of him. He promises to obey Purcell absent as well as present.
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1846 Mar. 11
Henni, John Martin, Bp.of Milwaukee:
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He was pleased to receive Purcell's of Feb. 23, because he was about to write to Purcell about Father (Peter) McLaughlin, who had written to him asking to be received into the Milwaukee diocese. He had placed certain conditions which Henni supposed were intended to keep him from falling into his former faults. Henni wrote to him that he must place himself strictly under the bishop if he were to come to Milwaukee. Further Henni understood that Purcell would not give McLaughlin his exeat. He thinks it strange that Purcell should speak of their hard winter. The two winters he has passed there were most delightful. He thinks the climate a reward for his privations. He asks if Father (Francis DeSales) Brunner, C.PP.S. told him that he is going to send a colony of the Precious Blood Fathers to Wisconsin? Henni is going to send them to Wolf's River among the Menomonie tribes. If there are reasons for the division of the Diocese of Chicago there are none for the division of Ohio. The northern part of the diocese of Ohio could not be better governed. They should wait until Purcell becomes gray. He hopes that all with Purcell are well. He sends his regards to Mr. and Mrs. Carr.
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1846 Mar. 11
McCaffrey, Father James:
Marietta, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He has just returned from a ninety mile sixk call to St. Dominick's in Guernsey County (Ohio) to an old lady, Mrs. Hughes. She was still alive when he left her. While there he heard that a German priest was going there to remain for some time. He asks Purcell that if this man has not left Cincinnati yet, that he come by way of Marietta and care for the Germans there for their Easter duty.
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1846 Mar. 12
Boué, Father:
Lyons, (France)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s last letter announced the death of Boué's cousin. He had already had the news from a Jesuit priest who attended him in his last moments. Father (Joseph Vincent) Quiblier, superior of the Montreal seminary, also wrote about the work and zeal of Father (Louis) Boué in Canada. Boué does not know the clauses of the will but if (Blanc) will send what he can collect Boué will distribute it. He would not take payment for the more than 3000 francs he advanced before his cousin left for America. It is unfortunate that Father (A. Pierre Ladavière, (S.J.) could not sell his young Paul as it was so often recommended to him to do. Boué was pleased to learn of Father (Anthony) T(h)èves' ordination. He has given Bishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.) a gold watch for him which Boué was commissioned to buy by his family. He was also pleased to learn that his pupil is one of the best subjects at Propaganda. (Blanc) will be amazed at the number of subjects the Bishop of Texas has recruited. He does not seem disposed to give up any to (Blanc); perhaps (Blanc) will have to come and recruit for himself. Nothing new at Lyons except the appointment of Father Pavy to the see of Algiers in Africa and a vigorous pastoral by his Eminence on the liberty of the Church. Father (John?) Jordan, (S.J.) did wonders at the mission. (Blanc)'s sister-in-law has made a brilliant marriage for her Antoine. Cousin Georges, pastor of St. Vigier, has just lost his mother, their Aunt Catherine. About the only one left is Boué's mother. She will be very happy if she can see (Blanc) again before she dies. (P.S.) Boué sends regards to Father (Stephen) Rousselon; (Blanc) is to tell him that Mrs. Olléon(?) spends a good part of her time in good works.
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1846 Mar. 13
Choiselat Gallien, J.:
Paris, (France)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Receipts of the Association of the Propagation of the Faith for 1845 has exceeded the figure for 1844. Blanc will receive for 1845, 25,000 francs, 15,000 from Paris and 10,000 from Lyons. Also the 4000 francs about which he wrote have been placed to Blanc's credit. It had been entered twice, once at Lyons and once at Paris. Choiselat Gallien sends Blanc's new account listing receipts credited to his and two withdrawals, one to Cardinal (James Philip) Fransoni of 2500 francs and one a draft sent to Father (Hercule Brassac for 2469 francs leaving a balance of 7986.60. The box with articles requested by Blanc left Paris in December and was shipped on the American ship Elizabeth, Captain Hasty, which left Havre January 10. P.S. He is enclosing two printed receipts; Blanc is to fill them in with the amount received in 1844 and 1845. (The receipt forms are with the letter, filled in with 30,500 francs for 1844 and 15,000 francs for 1845.)
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1846 Mar. 13
Stokes, Will(iam) A.:
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
His head is aching from cramming it to repletion with doctrines of the Pope, which constitutes a sort of half-knowledge. He was glad to hear of Brownson's general well being, and the success he had in New York, of which he heard from several persons. He tells Brownson of the writ of "Quo warranto" which has been issued by the Supreme Court against the Augustinian Corporation. He expects no danger from matters which touch spirituality; but he is anxious to do justice to his clients -- and to the church. He wishes Brownson were here to help him; and suggests that Brownson do an article on this subject in general, without naming this particular cause. He incloses a pamphlet the answer to which will probably amuse Brownson. If Brownson could aid him in any way, he would be doing him an immeasurable service. An article would do the business beautifully, as the case will not be argued for some weeks. He would like some of Brownson's writings on this subject before he became a Catholic, so that he can quote them as Protestant, American, New England, and 19th Century opinions. He will be much obliged if Brownson will notify his publisher to send on these writings, and let him know the cost.
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1846 Mar. 14
Mignard, (C.M.), Father J. (M.) St. John Baptist:
(Second German Coast, Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mignard asks (Blanc) to incorporate him among the clergy of his diocese. Not wishing to weary (Blanc) Mignard has not informed him of his troubles which he has borne as long as possible. He is now with Father (Ve. Modeste) Mina who has received him with the kindness that (Blanc) knows is his.
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1846 Mar. 14
Tardy and Roucon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Receipt for 60 piastres paid by Father Rousselon for painting and glazing at (St. Mary's) Church in Condé Street.
V-5-e - A. Receipt S. - (French) - 1p. - 16mo. - {2}
1846 Mar. 15
Chiasson, Jean Batiste (and others):
Lafayette, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They saw with horror the outrage committed against Father (Anthony Désiré) Mégret, their worthy pastor. They protest against the resolutions of the first assembly and hold that the people recognize that Blanc is the one who assigns their pastors. They protest against the second meeting, the fathers of families, because their sentiments were contrary to justice. They agree with everything Mégret has done and know that Blanc will uphold the cause of the true Catholics in their parish. (Signing for) all the heads of families is Chiasson and Lenfroy Boudreau; for the trustees, Ursin Patin and Maximilien Dugas.
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1846 Mar. 15
Opperman, Father Charles:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Wishing to be of use as much as his health will permit, Opperman came to Mobile at the invitation of Bishop (Michael) Portier to prepare the Germans for Easter. As he would like to join the Diocese of New Orleans, he plans to return after Easter or whenever Blanc would call him.
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1846 Mar. 16
Elder, Father A.J.:
Mt. St. Mary's College,
Baltimore, Md.
to Sister Margaret:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He has just been shown a letter of Bishop (John Baptist) Purcell dated Cincinnati Nov. 28, 1842, addressed to Miss Jane Noonin in which he acknowledges the receipt of $12 for sending her nephew to her in Baltimore. She has been at a loss to understand why her nephew William McCann has been detained. Elder asks that the boy be sent on at least with Bishop Purcell when he comes on to Baltimore.
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1846 Mar. 17
McLaughlin, Father Peter:
St. Louis, Missouri
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He explains his failure to go to Cincinnati by the existence of a threat of suspension by Purcell if he came into Ohio. He has received a letter from Father P(atrick) O'Mealy consoling him. Father Martin Spalding was pleased by the way McLaughlin spoke of Purcell. McLaughlin assures Purcell that he will be careful about this in his speech. He knows that Bishop (Peter Richard) Kenrick will keep him if he would consent to stay. Kenrick wished to write to Purcell. McLaughlin sees that he has been a fool and is ready to let Purcell decide where he should go. He does this because he was ordained by Purcell. He refused to go to Natchez because he felt he would be sinning in going there at all. He explains his failure to leave Cleveland promptly by saying that he was late in arriving at a settlement with a certain priest and arrange with some of his creditors to wait until April. He objects to Purcell believing the words of (Father Michael Byrne) whome he accuses of telling lies about him, and of seeking his place in Cleveland. He explains his selling the furniture, to Purcell, by Byrne's statement that he did not intend to keep house. He complains that the parties of the marriage case are well known. The Jesuits have given him one room, the bishop another. Mr. Waldron is well. Converse does finely.
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1846 Mar. 18
Brunner, C.PP.S. Father Francis DeSales:
Minster, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
In Minster he received both of Purcell's letters. For the past eight days he, with two other Precious Blood Fathers has given a mission in Minster which has afforded him much consolation. He will leave one priest there while he and the other go away the next day. As to the priest mentioned by Purcell he will do as Purcell ordered as soon as he returns to Norwalk. He will take care to write what is necessary about the unhappy Father Peter Felix Kohler. As to the sending the Precious Blood Sisters to the orphan asylum he will see that it is done according to the wish of the bishop.
P.S. He is not certain but he thinks that the faculties were given him and his priests only for a year. He asks that they be continued.
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1846 Mar. 18
Walsh, James:
Brooklyn, N(ew) Y(ork)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
He thanks Brownson on behalf of the Society of the Young Friends of Ireland for accepting their invitation for him to be their guest. He deplores the miserable reports, given by his city's newspapers, of the tryly able speech on real civil and religious liberty. They have called on some of the leading journalists, and the latter have offered to publish their proceedings in full, if they procure the speeches for the newspapers. He therefor asks if Brownson will give him a copy of his. If he does he will make them all grateful and happy; and he will correct a great and dangerous error, which is abroad, in regard to the all sufficiency of newspapers in preserving the freedom and happiness of mankind. By complying, he will confer on the thousands who read the newspapers the greatest benefit.
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1846 Mar. 19
Everett, L.S.:
Salem, Massachusetts
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He wishes Brownson to return the volume of the "Gospel Advocate" which he has borrowed, as it breaks his set; and he contemplates leaving these parts in a few weeks.
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1846 Mar. 19
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e St. John Baptist:
(Second German Coast, Louisiana)
to Bishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mina asks Blanc to set a date for Confirmation in the week after Easter. The same day they will have First Communion for the children who number almost 40. Father (J.M.) Mignard, (C.M.) has been here since March 9; he is of great help.
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1846 Mar. 21
Luckett, W.R.:
Raymond, (Mississippi)
to Father (M.D. O'Reily?:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Luckett concludes that the state of (O'Reily)'s health prevented him from writing. Mr. Connell(?) informed Luckett that (O'Reily) had left Vicksburg for New Orleans some six weeks ago and that he was able to walk the streets but not well. His leaving Vicksburg without writing has afforded Luckett a great deal of uneasiness. He owes (O'Reily) more gratitude than any brother living or his parents. The account of his health is giving Margaret (Luckett) uneasiness equal to a spell of sickness.
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Luckett, Margaret:
to (W.R. Luckett:
Raymond, Mississippi)
Tomorrow will be the anniversary of their mother's death, 19 years ago. She has never had anything go harder with her since then than his sickness. But the two of them living and she cannot get to see him.
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1846 Mar. 21
Tardy and Roucon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Receipt for 25 piastres paid by Father Rousselon for painting and glazing at (St. Mary's) Church in Condé Street.
V-5-e - A. Receipt S. - (French) - 1p. - 32mo. - {2}
1846 Mar. 24
Brands, C.M., Father John:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Brands asks Blanc if he can send two little orphans to the male asylum of New Orleans. One is about 4; his aged grandmother has no means or place to keep him. The other is an infant whose father does not know what to do, being half time out of employ.
V-5-e - A.L.S - 1p. - 4to. - {1}
1846 Mar. 24
Gray, R.S.C., Madame Eleanor J.M.:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
She received two letters from Blanc, one by Mrs. (Marian Lavinia) Todd and one by mail. She had been waiting to hear from Mrs. Todd who went to the Visitation and described her position there thinking she was at the Sacred Heart. The Superior gave her to understand that she would be admitted there in case of refusal here. Gray advised Todd to accept the offer at the Visitation where she assumed the title of Miss Todd. Gray sent Blanc's second letter to Bishop (Peter Richard) Kenrick who retained it in order to apprize the Ladies of the Visitation of what regarded their new pupil.
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1846 Mar. 26
Nash, James P.:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Thirteen months having elapsed since Bishop (John Mary) Odin's departure, not only the Catholics but people of other persuasions are becoming solicitous about him. Nash has no definite reply to make until he finds Odin has arrived in New Orleans. Nash begs a few lines from Blanc respecting Odin.
V-5-e - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1846 Mar. 27
De Held, C.SS.R., Father Frederic:
Liége, Belgium
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
De Held has learned that Father Louis Kartenfels has gone to Louisiana after being dispensed from vows made in the (Redemptorist) Congregation. He is far from wishing to harm this priest but De Held fears that Kartenfels wants to still pass as a member of their Congregation and against this De Held protests with all his force. A letter from Father C(harles) Opperman(n) dated from Memphis and bearing the postal stamp of New Orleans has aroused his fears. De Held was sorry he could not get to New Orleans last summer when he visited the missions in North America. He has not given up hope of sending missionaries to (Blanc)'s diocese. That is why he opposed accepting the mission in Texas for which a promise had been forced from the Superiors at Vienna.
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1846 Mar. 27
Dunigan, Edw(ar)d:
New York, (New York)
to Father (Francis P.) McFarland:
(St. John's College, New York)
Bill for books receipted by Dunigan.
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1846 Mar. 27
Griswold, Rufus W.:
Charleston, S(outh) C(arolina)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He has in preparation a Survey of the Prose Literature of the United States to be published in Philadelphia the next autumn, containing biographical articles of some of the most eminent authors -- fifty in number. He asks Brownson for a few facts of his life for this purpose, and also the dates of his various publications, with their full titles. The general character of the works he may infer from a series of letters which was published over his signature in the National Intelligence, and copied into some of the Boston papers.
I-3-h - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1846 Mar. 27
Spalding, Father Martin John:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He received Purcell's of Mar. 12, but has delayed answering because of ill health and because he has been on the "go". Dr. Jackson he says is a pretty fair specimen of a Virginia Abstractionist. He likes to talk about abstrust ideas. If he had practiced his religion he would not have wavered in his faith. One of his quirks was a notion that a real Catholic should be a kind of angel. He even spoke of trying to live as a hermit, and gave as his excuse for not practicing his religion that he was not good enough. As to Governor Pope, Spalding says he did see him but instead of giving any indication of religious views he spoke with shocking carnalism. Consequently he did not feel that there was any necessity of going back sixty miles to see a man who had not sent for him, when there were four or five priests in the vicinity. It was merely a fancy of Dr. Jackson that Spalding could do any good. As to the history of the Great Schism, that would not have caused Dr. Jackson's faith to waver if it had been unwavering before. He will endeavor to win the doctor back but he thinks that the trouble lies elsewhere, in the fact that the doctor is too much wedded to his own opinions and taken up with the world. However, Spalding finds his wife a much more amiable person. Bishop (Guy) Chabrat requests Purcell to bless the oils again for him this year, insisting on paying the expenses incurred. The wretch Hertel has not been long yet. Should he come they will know how to deal with him.
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1846 Mar. 27
Van De Velde, S.J., Father J(ames):
St. Louis University, (Missouri)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The embarrassment they are under because of a building being put up for the free school and the (bankruptcy) of the contractor has made Van De Velde let Father J.L. Gleizal, (S.J.) leave for Louisiana to try to collect what is due and to procure some new students. He is bringing the French prospectus, and will leave some with Blanc. Father Larkin has come to give a retreat in their parish; Gleizal will give Blanc the news. If Gleizal arrives before Palm Sunday, and can be of use for a retreat at the Cathedral or St. Mary's, etc., Van De Velde gives him permission; he has a particular gift for retreats.
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1846 Mar. 28
Baraga, (Father) Frederic(k):
L'Anse, (Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan)
Baraga has returned from a trip of 600 miles and found the Bishop's letter of Jan. 24 and a copy of the Metropolitan Almanac for (1846). He was surprised to find his name in the almanac among the priests of the Milwaukie diocese. He believes that Bishop (John Martin) Henni thought Baraga intended to spend part of the winter and all spring at Fond du Lac to establish a mission there. He had intended to do so, but the arrival of Father (Otto) Skolla changed his plans. He stayed only a few days, arranged for the building of a church with a small priest-house and he promised them that Father Skolla will visit them and stay with them at last a month or 6 weeks in spring. Baraga is glad he came back to his own mission so quickly. He was absent only 5 weeks, instead of 4 or 5 months as he thought first. Baraga asks the Bishop again if he will visit them this summer. He wants to know it, because then he must prepare his congregation for confirmation.
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1846 Mar. 28
Nicolas, Jos(ep)h:
Lafourche Interior, L(ouisia)na
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
If Blanc has not already received the last resolutions of the trustees of St. Mary Pamela, it is because of the negligence or indisposition of the secretary-treasurer whom he, Nicolas, has not seen for a long time. They passed the resolution as suggested by Blanc in almost all things. Jean Gervais, Sr., one of their manufacturers, will bring this letter.
V-5-e - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1846 Mar. 28
Oppermann, Father Ch(arle)s:
Springhill, (Alabama)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon?:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It seems that Bishop (Michael) Portier wishes to keep him longer than Oppermann thought when he came to Mobile. Having promised Bishop (Anthony) Blanc and (Rousselon) that he would stay at New Orleans, he asks what he should do. Portier would like to give him the Visitation Convent, (Summerville, Alabama). Oppermann thinks it would not be good to change directors after 2 or 3 months. Father (C.) Rampon, who is now at the convent, wishes to leave and live on his income; he has $550 a year. If (Rousselon) wants Oppermann to stay here until Blanc calls him, would Blanc permit him to undertake the direction of the Sisters provisionally? The Germans of Mobile are so pious that he had 10 or 14 listeners last Sunday; he hopes to have 30 or 40 tomorrow. The arid soil of Mobile seems to dry the heart. He sends his respects to Blanc and to Father Rouquette.
V-5-e - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {6}
1846 Mar. 28
Thébaud, S.J., Father Aug(ust) J. St. Mary's, K(entuck)y:
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
The interest Blanc has always shown in their little community (Jesuits) made him write last month about the plans for leaving Kentucky to go to New York. He thought it would be sufficient to write to Father (A. Pierre) Ladavière, (S.J.) asking him to let Blanc know; perhaps he did not receive it. They leave no void in Kentucky; others will take their place. It seems that someone has written Blanc that they have not fulfilled their promises made about (St. Joseph's) College(?) at Bardstown, (Kentucky). Father Boulanger, (S.J.), Provincial in France last year and now Visitor in Kentucky, asked Thébaud to tell Blanc that no promise of this kind was ever made. He could only make the decision in America where he planned to come. It was only on the scene and in view of the numberless difficulties that he was obliged to refuse. The New York affair had nothing to do with it. The refusal was announced to the Bishops of Kentucky last June and Bishop (John Joseph) Hughes' first letter about Rose Hill came at the end of October. P.S. Boulanger, to whom Thébaud has just given this letter, finds nothing in it to change and sends his respects.
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1846 Mar. 29
Young, Father Joshue M.:
Lancaster, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He was much gratified by the receipt of a letter by Miss Gillespie of a letter from Purcell. He had written just after his return from Cincinnati but neglected to mail the letter. He desired to protest the removal of Father (William) Schonat from Columbus. Purcell has not moved him and Young hopes that he has given up the idea. He himself exercised his faculties for the Germans in Somerset. There he met a certain Charles Bund who has qualifications he thinks suitable for Purcell to advance him to orders after time of trial. He is in this country because his health would not permit him to remain with the Dominicans in Europe and again at Somerset. The only objection of the Doninican superiors was to his health and they directed him to apply to Purcell. Purcell can write to the man in care of Father Wilson at Somerset. He is rejoiced at the progress of the church in Cincinnati. They would not have dreamed of it in 1832. This is not true of Lancaster which is suffering from hard times and crop failures. They find it difficult to pay a trifling church debt and the pastor has to go into debt for his subsistence. However he believes that Ohio is a better climate for Catholic growth than Maine. He sends his regards to his friends.
P.S. He specifies additional studies made by Bund, and states that while he has not funds for travel he has necessary clothing for two years.
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1846 Mar. 30
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Will Blanc go to the Council by Mobile and Charleston or up the river. If they go up the river it would be well to go on the "Magnolia", Captain Thomasson. It will leave New Orleans April 24 for Louisville. If Thomasson is not in New Orleans, Blanc should see Mr. Shute and secure staterooms. Perhaps Bishop (Michael) Portier would go with them. (Chanche) heard that Father (M.D.) O'Reily was dead, it was a mere report. How is Mr. Barrett?
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1846 March 30,
Wells, Chas. B.:
New York, New York
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He asks for a reply to his inquiry which seems to follow logically from the ideas found on p. 125 of Brownson's Review. If institutions cannot be made to progress by individuals, what, then, is the practical line for a man who wishes to make the world better by his voice, and who has previously thought that was done by making it progress? He inquires not as a disputator, but as a disciple. What Brownson said touched him deeply and it is true. He finds himself in the same position in which Brownson, as a thinking man, stood five years ago. His mind is too full to express itself distinctly and clearly, and he begs for an answer.
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1846 Mar. 31
Rollando, C.M., Father B(artholomew):
Galveston, Texas
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Rollando sends a letter which he asks Blanc to give to Bishop (John Mary) Odin as soon as he sees him.
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