1847 Feb. 1
Hoey, Bridget:
New York, (New York)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
She received Blanc's letter of October 30. Her health continued to improve up to December 10 when she experienced a relapse. Lately her cough is much better. Bishop (John) McCloskey has been very kind. Blanc is probably aware that quite a change has taken place in the Sisterhood (Sisters of Charity) in this diocese. A new order has been established here, confined to the diocese. Future prospects will probably chiefly depend on the situation of Hoey's health.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1847 Feb. 1
Gibson, John B.:
Phila(delphia, Pennsylvania)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
They have nominated Blanc to aid them in the relief of the (Irish) now suffering from want of food and impending famine. They are assured that his feelings will prompt him to undertake the receiving of subscriptions and calling it to the attention of his neighbors. Returns are to be made to Joseph Patterson, President of the Western Bank, treasurer of the fund. Gibson is listed as chairman, Sam(ue)l Hood as secretary. 15 other names are listed including that of Dan(ie)l I. Desmond, Consul General of Rome.
V-5-g - Printed L. - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1847 Feb. 1
McCracken, J.R.:
London, (England)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
They send notice of a box containing a picture and prints received from M. Ristori of Livourne, who received it from Turin with orders to send it to Blanc. It is on board the Caledonia Branda, Captain W.H. Boyd. (On the back of the letter in Blanc's hand) Father Giuseppe Walker, Missionary Apostolic.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}
1847 Feb. 1
Perrault, John Baptist,:
Point St. Ignace, (Michigan)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefev(e)re,:
Detroit, Michigan
Perrault is obliged to apprise Lefevere of what has taken place on the lands of the Catholic Church and of Bishop (Frederick) Rese, at Detroit. Bishop Rese left his lands and the church lands in care of Louis Martin and Perrault jointly. Father (Florimond) Bonduel, in the name of Rese, recommended that no one be allowed to cut wood on this land or to give permission to any one to cut wood except in bad seasons a little for the use of the church and not for sale. No wood has been cut for the church but Martin has, without any apparent authority or permission, cut about 300 cords on these lands. It was Perrault's intention to demand full payment but he has been ordered to inform and consult Lefevere.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {4}
1847 Feb. 2
(Blin, R.U.), Sister de St. Arsène:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) will know about their (Ursulines) arrival since Sister St. Stanislas (Truchet, R.U.) has written to the Mothers at New Orleans. Their Bishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.) is their confessor, their business manager, their contractor, their everything. He has had two houses made ready to be moved near them, has made improvements in the cloister, (etc.). The Motherhouse gave her only $50 and everything is so dear; the Bishop assumed their accounts until they earn something. Although they lack many things, a prospectus will appear Wednesday in the Gazette and classes are to begin on the 8th. If (Blanc) could only get an American lady who would charge nothing; there are only 2 American Sisters. Sister St. Stanislas sends her respects and says she is very content. Everyone seems well and happy except (Sister) Hélène (R.U.). Several French emigrants have come to see them. Sister St. Arsène held her first chapter on Friday. Sister St. Paul, (R.U.) has asked if there would be a place for her daughter Josephine as a postulant. Before replying St. Arsène would like to have the advice of Father (Stephen) Rousselon who knows all about it.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {7}
1847 Feb. 3
Abbadie, S.J., Father J. F(rancis):
St. Charles College
(Grand Coteau, Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisiana)
Blanc's letter of January 23 gives a new proof of his interest in this little college and a new claim to the gratitude of the one just appointed rector. Yet he has acted differently from what Blanc suggested. He thought that the evil caused by the absence of the two priests Blanc mentioned would not be greater later on. As for the other, he will remain. Of all the trials, this is the greatest. Humanly speaking they have among their personnel, all they could have to insure success. (On the address side of the paper: Letter brought by) Father (James Oliver) Vandevelde, (S.J.).
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}
1847 Feb. 3,
Begley, Father D.:
Alexandria, Glengarry, Canada
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts)
He encloses four dollars in Canadian currency, three for his subscription to Brownson's Review, and one for a subscription to the Boston Catholic Observer, for a Mr. Donald Robertson of the same place. He hopes Brownson will not lose by the monetary exchange.
I-3-h - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1847 Feb. 4
Gallwey, R.S.H.J., Madame J.:
St. Michael's, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
She received Blanc's favor of the 31st by Charles. They are in want of money; Washington, who is apprenticed to a carpenter at Donaldsonville, will have completed his time in May and will be sufficient for them. Two planters are ready to give $2200 in cash; several have said that Lolotte is worth at least $1000 and Charles much more. Were they not to consult their interest and happiness, they might have nearly $3000. If the Ursulines desire to buy them they shall have them for $2200. Their building is covered; after that they will have from 20 to $25000; they must count on Divine Providence to get through. Mother (Marie) Cutts, (R.S.H.J.) will be here in 2 or 3 weeks on her way to Natchitoches. They have 86 children. The Community unites in offering regards.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1847 Feb. 4
McCloskey, Bishop John, Coadj. of N.Y.:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He sent Brownson a message by Telegraph on Monday last; but not having received a reply, he takes it for granted that he did not get the message. So he writes to inform Brownson that there will be so many appeals in different ways to the Catholic people next week, that it will be a most impossible time for Brownson's lecture. It would be better he thinks, to defer it until the 18th or 19th. He hopes one of these evenings will suit Brownson. The subject preferred by Bishop (John) Hughes was "The Revolutionary Spirit of The Age." He asks an immediate reply, addressed to Bp. Hughes' box.
I-3-h - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1847 Feb. 5
Smith, (S.C.),Sister Regina:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
The bearer of this letter brought Sister a paper concerning the Insane Department; she has requested him to take it to Blanc. As Betsy is a most useful washer, Blanc can give her to the Donaldson establishment and Sister will hire her from Sister Lor(r)etta, (S.C.) thus they will prevent her from going to Jackson. Betsy is not troublesome, she has long ago paid all her expenses by her work.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1847 Feb. 5
Tenney. John C.:
Northhampton, Massachusetts
to William J. Tenney:
A Mr. Tomlinson from New York made the most by teaching others. John would like to know if one can learn cheaper in New York. There were six persons who filed for a Post Office job. The clerk job did not pay much, so John did not try to get it. So far as he can see, C(aleb) J. Tenney believed Tomlinson had the best business. Tomlinson taught improvements to standing operators in Boston. In order to succeed, one must start at the bottom and work up. C. J. Tenney would like to know if William had the deed to a lot in Dunkirk and his obligation to give up two notes sucured by mortgage on the furniture. Elizabeth had had influenza.
I-4-g - A.L.S. (Photostat, Odiorne collection) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1847 Feb. 7
Kneeland, Geo(rge):
Bay Side, (New York)
to J(ames) A. Mac Master:
New York, (New York)
Kneeland explains his reasons for not answering McMaster's letter of January 13, in person or by letter. He was surprised to hear that McMaster is on 6th street. Kneeland and his family have been leading a quiet life this winter, with a general good health in the family. Fanny has suffered because she has been unable to use her eyes for the past two years. She never complains. She would like to converse with McMaster, but she is afraid he would introduce subjects which would agitate her. The Kneelands have firmly decided to remain in the Episcopal Church. Kneeland would, however, like to continue his friendship with McMaster. Kneeland does not think he will be able to pass a night in (New York) before the beginning of next month, and he states reasons. He gives McMaster directions on how to reach his home. He tells McMaster to make his visit soon, but not on Sunday; since (Henry) McVickar sometimes passes that day with them.
P.S.—He gives further directions to McMaster.
I-i-m - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1847 Feb. 7
Martin, Father Aug(uste):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In Martin's letter of last Thursday he informed (Blanc) that the Sisters of Charity would find their house furnished by a collection. (P.M.P.) Chandlery brought $225 this morning. Tomorrow the ladies will take up a collection; it will not be less than $100. The bolsters and pillows are being made in the country; in the meantime Mrs. Sherburn will lend some. The workmen will begin the necessary repairs tomorrow. For the first year they expect a little opposition because of the 5 or 6 schools now existing. Martin has not wanted the Protestants to be approached for this collection. At the beginning of the year a concert was given for the benefit of the Presbyterian Church in which almost all the musicians and half the audience were Catholics. Today Martin saw at church a considerable portion of the young people. He hopes (Blanc) can come; if not he will write for advice. (P.S.) Martin has announced the arrival of the Sisters for the end of this week or the beginning of the next.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1847 Feb. 8
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father P(atrick) R. Hackett, who for almost 10 years has worked with zeal, has asked (Portier) to go to (Blanc)'s diocese. He knows French. (Portier) sees him go with much regret but the churches of Tuscaloosa and Montgomery are too poor to support him.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1847 Feb. 8
Portier, Bishop M(icha)el:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Portier recommends John O'Dea who has been employed at Springhill College during 1846 as an assistant teacher. His disposition and conduct will, Portier hopes, obtain for him a situation as a teacher or officer in some parish.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1847 Feb. 8
Schaf, Philip:
Mercersburg, P(ennsylvani)a
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He has seen that Brownson intends to say something about the movement in progress among the Reformed Germans of Pennsylvania, and judges from his article on (John H.) Newman's theory of development, that Brownson has not seen his new articles succeeding the Principles of Protestantism. His colleague, Nevin, has published The Mystical Presence, a book on the Eucharist, which is a vindication of the Reformed or Calvinistic view on the Eucharist. The writer has had published "What Is Church History, A Vindication of The Theory of Organic Development". Neither of the works has secured the desired circulation, particularly in New England. All they wish is a fair discussion in order to bring out the truth for Christ's Church, and he judges from Brownson's work that he would write a more careful and elaborate article on this subject than is generally met in the Protestant Press in the country. Although their positions are very different, he is too much convinced of the shallowness of present Protestantism as not to see the force of many of Brownson's arguments.
I-3-h - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1847 Feb. 10
Cutts, S.C.J., Mother (Maria):
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Blanc's letter of January 26 did not reach her until February 8. She had intended to leave next week for the foundation at Natchitoches but the measles, which they have not had for ten years, have penetrated the house, the community, the boardingschool, and the orphans. So she is obliged to delay her trip by two weeks. As for New Iberia, she gave Father (Julien) Priour hope only because he told her that Blanc had destined the Sisters of Charity for another parish. This foundation could not have been made until next year; she would then probably have the people to begin this new mission. They have 5 postulants and 2 or 3 will enter in a few months.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {4}
1847 Feb. 10
Delacroix, C(yril):
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Delacroix shares Blanc's sentiments completely and thinks that in order to be useful in Louisiana, the French language is not enough. He was surprised to learn that some one had told Blanc that he was not learning English. Some time ago a professor told him that he knew enough English to hear confessions; yesterday when he consulted Bishop (John Baptist) Purcell about it he got an affirmative reply. Father (Joseph A.) Elet, (S.J.), his director, advised Delacroix to stay in the college another year. He proposes that he teach a class in Latin where he would have to give all the explanations and translations in English. Since Delacroix's course in theology will be over at the end of this year, Elet said he would ask permission from Blanc for him to receive Holy Orders from Purcell. Delacroix asks for Blanc's approval.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1847 Feb. 10
Whelan, Father David:
Baltimore, Maryland
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
After so long a silence he seeks to reopen a correspondence which was onesided in goodness. Because of the partiality shown by Purcell to him he hopes that Purcell will find time to give him a brief reply. He has been in Baltimore for some time in an effort to raise funds to build a pastoral residence in Petersburg, Va., where he is stationed. He does not write for money. He is staying with his cousin Margaretta and her husband, Frank Elder. He has spoken to them of his desire to leave the diocese of Richmond. Mr. Elder said he had corresponded with Purcell already on that subject and showed Whelan Purcell's reply. Purcell said he would be willing to exchange another priest for Whelan. Delicacy however forbad him making the suggestion to Bishop Vincent Whelan, Father David's brother. Whelan suggests that if Purcell still be willing that on the grounds that Bishop Whelan would not lose any of the small number of priests at his disposal, that he feels he can get his release from the Richmond diocese. He asks that Purcell write to him about it. He had intended to wait until his return before writing but has been delayed in Baltimore. Purcell knows that he desires a place of retirement in a college or seminary or at least where he will have the advice of a discreet friend. Such a friend he had expected to find in his brother, but has found him stern. He feels the change necessary for his usefulness, contentment and for his health. He wants Purcell to understand that he feels towards his brother the respect due to his bishop but not the affection proper between brothers, as he had expected. He thinks that his brother cannot refuse under such conditions. He sends his regards to Father (Edward) Purcell Father(Frederick)Wood, and Father (Edward) Collins.
II-4-j - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo. - {5}
1847 Feb. 11
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Chanche) received Blanc's letter of the 5th. The Sisters (of Charity) arrived safely; they have commenced their school and already have Presbyterian opposition. Blanc must have been mortified at the disappointment he experienced in relation to New Iberia. Baton Rouge will profit by the disappointment.
(Chanche) wishes Blanc could have sent some of his company to Natchez to relieve his solitude. He hopes Father (James Oliver) Vandevelde, (S.J.) will not pass him by. It is a pity he did not think of Vicksburg when he was distributing the Fathers to learn English. When Blanc was here (Chanche) had a letter from Paris announcing the allocation for Natchez; it is now five months and nothing is forthcoming. It is singular they have no news from Rome; (Chanche) would be staisfied to receive none for some time longer if it would cause the two Bishops to remain where they are. (Chanche) received a letter of His Holiness to the Patriarchs, Primates, Archbishops and Bishops. He supposes they will all receive an official copy from Rome.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 4to. - {3}
1847 Feb. 11
(Kenrick), Bishop Peter Richard:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He takes advantage of Father (Simon A.) Paris' visit to New Orleans to present his respects. Paris is going to spend several days in Blanc's city to recover after his labors. Blanc knows him and esteems him as (Kenrick) does.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1847 Feb. 12
Chalon, Father G(abriel):
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Chalon wishes to send his mother some money as she has no one but him to count on. If Bishop (Anthony) Blanc has funds with Father Boué, pastor of Ainay, Chalon would ask him to give him an order for 1100 francs. If Blanc, like Bishop (Michael) Portier, does not have money in France, Chalon asks Rousselon to buy a draft to the order of Mrs. Claudine Chalon. Chalon cannot send the money from here; no one draws on France. P.S. Chalon sends his respects to Blanc. If convenient for Rousselon, Chalon will send the money by Father (John F.) Cambiaso, (S.J.) who is to leave here Sunday.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {6}
1847 Feb. 12
Fisher, (Mrs.) Mary Anna (Marianne Lasaliere):
Mackinac, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Mrs. Fisher will have two quarters pay due on March 2, and asks the bishop to send her the money. Through the death of Mr. Drew her last payment was a little delayed, but they told her that she will receive it quickly again.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1847 Feb. 12
Gallinger, Father Joseph:
Zanesville, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Ten Catholic families humbly ask the faculty of constructing a chapel of wood so that his successor may offer the Mass in it, as he has offered it in the home of the giver Henry Grassel. The place of the chapel, the title of which is added, is suitable also for a small cemetary. It is thirteen miles from Zanesville and two from the village of Adamsville. Because of ill health, he will return to his native land, to the Archdiocese of Munich. He asks Purcell for letters of recommendation. When his health permits he will devote himself to the training of suitable youths for the priesthood.
II-4-j - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - (Latin) - {2}
1847 Feb. 12
McCaffrey, Father James:
Marietta, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
At the request of Mr. Kelly he writes to Purcell to ask him for the half years interest on money she placed in Purcell's hands. The amount of the interest $25.50 he asks Purcell to send in specie through the Bank of Marietta. Sometime ago Purcell asked for the number of baptisms which he finds published formerly in the Telegraph. The reasons he did not send the marriages and deaths was because Purcell did not mention them. The numbers for 1846 are: baptisms 42, including nine converts; 9 deaths and 3 marriages. (Note of Purcell on the back. "Sent him the $25.50 by Rev. Mr. Grogan Mar. 3.)
II-4-j - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1847 Feb. 12
O'Sullivan, Father Lawrence:
St. Vincent's Seminary
Cork, (Ireland)
to Bishop Anthony Blank(!):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
O'Sullivan solicits attention to the following letter which appeared in the Reporter on the 6th. A system of proselytism supported by immense sums from England is accomplishing the apostasy of their people. They trade on the famine, alluring particularly the young. O'Sullivan asks for aid. Contributions may be forwarded to the parties mentioned in the following letter or to Bishop Murphy.
- A.L.S. -
1847 Feb. 6
O'Sullivan, Father Lawrence:
St. Vincent's Seminary
Cork, (Ireland)
to The Editor of the Southern Reporter:
(Cork, Ireland?)
The average mortality caused by famine in his parish is nearly 100 per week in a population of 12,000 souls. The failure of the potato crop caused them to feel the famine as early as the middle of October. The tardy relief contemplated by government will not operate before some weeks and then will be totally inadequate. O'Sullivan appeals to the charity of the public. Subscriptions are to be forwarded to Father Michael O'Sullivan or to Father James O'Regan.
- Copy -
V-5-g - A.L.S., Copy - 4pp. - 4to. - {4}
1847 Feb. 12
Scafi, C.M., Father Felix:
New Madrid, Missouri
to (Orestes A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts
He has not been long in America, and still less has he had the happiness to introduce himself to "Brownson's Quarterly Review". It is the only one he'll read as long as he can get it. He has already read much of it. It is the only American review where one can find profound, and entirly Christian, philosophy. As such, he has tried to make it known in France, Italy and Turkey. He congratulates and encourages Brownson, and he has been impressed so as to regard Brownson as inspired by the Holy Ghost. He asks Brownson to order copies sent to him beginning with the first number of the month of January. There is another reason for his taking Brownson's precious time. He has read "L'histoire de la famille" by Gaume. It is a work that is unhappily too true, though indeed disturbing to some souls who love truth and her noble moral. He would like to see the work retouched, even more, translated into all languages, especially English. He asks if Brownson will do it, if he will have the time to do it. He hopes.
I-3-h - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - (French) - {2}
1847 Feb. 13
Abbadie, (S.J.), Father J. F(rancis):
St. Charles College
Gr(and) Cot(eau, Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
In spite of the short time before Ch(arles) Forstall leaves, Abbadie replies to Blanc's letter of the 9th. Among the students, Abbadie cannot see that the departure of Father (Maurice) Oakley, (S.J.), Father (F.) D'Hope, (S.J.) and the others has caused the least sensation. At the college it has excited a spirit of zeal; in the city Abbadie fears that the four leaving today might draw the other Orleanians to follow them. Abbadie has already noted, in order to pass them on to Father (Paul) Jordan, almost all the requests which Blanc suggested. Abbadie will do his best at Lyons and at Rome to send those whom Blanc desires. Abbadie would like those who are sent to get their English education, not in New York, but in England itself.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1847 Feb. 13
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc or Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Portier) is sending two of his seminarians to Blanc's seminary to study their philosophy. Messrs. D. Manuci and A. Pellicer are natives of St. Augustine and he has had them in college for four years. They are both good young men; Blanc is to give them hospitality until the first boat for La Fourche. N.B. Father (Patrick R.) Hackett left for Cohamba(?), never to return. Fathers (John) Timon, (C.M.) and (James Oliver) Vandevelde, (S.J.) have arrived.
V-2-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {7}
1847 Feb. 13
(Ray, R.U.) Sister de Ste. Séraphine:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Father A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Sister would be glad if Blanc could take a few minutes today to come to talk about Charles. Perhaps they could make some arrangement for this poor negro who seems to want so much to return to them.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1847 Feb. 14
Tardy, Stephen S.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Receipt for $4.80 paid by Father Rousselon for glass at the bishopric and on the same paper a receipt for 11 piastres, balance for painting at St. Mary's Church.
V-5-g - A. Receipt S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1847 Feb. 15
(Purcell), Bishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Although indebted to an accident for it, (Purcell) was pleased to have received Blanc's letter to (Cyrille) Delacroix; he has been improving in English and will be quite proficient when ready for orders. Mrs. Barry with her daughter and little son is on her way to New Orleans and will present this letter. (Purcell)'s main object now is to ascertain who that Father Stewart is who came up from New Orleans with Mr. Hilton, husband of Blanc's protege, Laverty. He was drunk nearly all the way up the river. He said he was one of Blanc's priests which they told Hilton was false. Probably he was one of (Purcell)'s countrymen, disgraced from home. Still without news from Rome.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {6}
1847 Feb. 15
Spalding, Father M(artin) J(ohn):
Louisville, Kentucky
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He has for some time been seeking an opportunity to thank Purcell again for offering him the hospitality of Cincinnati during his convalescence and to say that he means to avail himself of the invitation some other time. The brief article in the Telegraph headed Laudatory, Notes, seems to require explanation as it is probably aimed at his article in the Advocate while Father (John) McGill was in New Orleans. It was based on facts from the Telegraph and was intended for edification. No one at Louisville has taken umbrage at it. He says that Father (Edward) Purcell called his attention to a subject he had forgotten and Spalding told him that he had some apprehension that it would be taken as a hint, but that it was not so understood in Louisville. He had no intention of saying anything that could wound the feelings of though he regrets that they are not making as much progress as their neighbors. Purcell's example should stir up emulation not jealousy. In general principle the fewer the laudatory notices the better. He is delighted with the sketches of the early missions and hopes that they will be followed by other dioceses. Urged by Mr. Webb, he is publishing his lectures on the church. He has not been strong enough to revise them. He will send a copy to Purcell on its appearance about Easter. He has received a letter from Mr. William M. Anderson of Chillicothe, asking for a baptismal certificate and telling the story of a missionary in Ohio who broke his fast on meal ground by his horse. A story worthy of the days of Father (Stephen Theodore) Badin in Kentucky. He is sorry to hear of the illness of Father (Frederick) Wood. He asks to be remembered to Fathers Purcell, Collins and Wood. They are in a hubbub in Louisville about who is to be their new bishop.
II-4-j - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {9}
(1847?) Feb. 16
Brownson, John H.:
Worcester, (Massachusetts)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Mass(achusetts)
No tailor in Worcester will take his measurments for a suit of clothes. They refuse to cut a suit to any size except their own measure. He asks his father what he should do.
I-3-h - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1847 Feb. 17
(Hall, S.C.), Mother M(ary) Etienne:
(Emmitsburg, Maryland)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The delay in answering (Blanc)'s letter received last week was because of having to wait to hear from their Superior, (Father Louis Regis Deluol) who is perfectly willing, with them, that (Blanc) should locate in Baton Rouge the three Sisters (of Charity) intended for New Iberia to establish a school. It is better to leave Sister Charitine where she is for the present. If (Blanc) can make any other arrangement with Sister Lorretta, (S.C.) to keep up to French in the school of Orleans, they will be satisfied. Could he not borrow Sister Emily for a while and let Sisters Irene, Ambrosine, and any others take lessons in French. When they heard that their Sisters would not go to New Iberia they said immediately they were with the Bishop, he will soon have enough for them to do. The Sisters of (Blanc)'s acquaintance beg to be specially remembered.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {8}
(1847?) Feb. 17
Stearns, Sarah F.:
Savannah, (Georgia)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Chelsea, Massachusetts)
Sarah Stearns would like to have the Review sent to her. Having found a person from the heart of Unitarianism opening her heart for the r eception of Catholicity, Sarah is seeking some comprehensive statement of the arguments in favor of the church. She would like Brownson to send her back numbers containing articles in point. When Brownson answers this letter, he should relate the terms. Sarah Stearns is indefinite as to the desired information for the reason that there is usually vagueness in the person's mind. Nevertheless, she wants to bring the inquiries to some point. If there is any good history of the church, she would like to have it also. One of the Brook Farmers speaks well of the new Pope Pius IX. Isaac Hecker sends urgent appeals to those whom he felt were meant for better things than chasing shadows. Since the appeals come more from feeling than from reason they are less convincing. She is, at present, in some spiritual process of change. She cannot answer with assurance where she is and needs someone to talk it over with her.
I-3-h - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1847 Feb. 18
Provost, Lenfroy:
St. Mary's Parish
(Charenton, Louisiana?)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Provost received the child (Blanc) sent him; he is all that he desired. He will bring up his child in his religion which is Provost's own and will try to do the best possible for him. He will communicate with the Directors as often as they wish.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {1}
1847 Feb.18
Lorretta,(S.C.),Sister M.:
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
to BishopA(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
A letter today from Mother Etienne (Hall, S.C.) said she had received a letter from Dr.Smith that the (Religious) of the Sacred Heart were to go to New Iberia and that she feared there was some misunderstanding. The Sisters (of Charity) are to stay at the hospital at Donaldsonville until further orders and Etienne will write to Sister Regina (Smith,S.C.) to that effect. Mother's letter was dated February 4 so by this time Blanc's letters and Lorretta's must have been received. No letters from Mobile, perhaps all are in their retreat. Lorretta does not think the Bishop will let Sister C. come. Sister Rosena is very anxious to get to Baton Rouge; she expects Sister M. Margaret on Sunday. (On the back of the letter in Blanc's hand) Father Frederick Broener, rector of the church of Erie.
v-5-g - A.L.S - 2pp. - 4to. - {8}
1847 Feb. 19
McCallion, Father Charles:
Sandwich, Ontario
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He writes to accept Purcell's proposal that when every cent due at Washington (Ohio) has been paid both Father McCallion and his brother can leave the Cincinnati diocese. He and all at Washington hold him responsible for the debt. He asks for their exeats as he does not wish to return to Ohio. He should never have mentioned his brother's leaving but he takes him just as he imagines Purcell would do. William McCallion can come there if he cannot arrange with Father (John A.) Elet, S.J., for the remainder of the year he may come at once. If Purcell will make a bill of the expenses incurred on William's account they will pay as soon as it is in their power. However he asks the bishop to keep him the remainder of the year. He still is collecting but getting very little because of the collections for poor Ireland. He would have quit a month ago if he were going back to Ohio. If Purcell does not wish him to collect in Ohio, if he will send his exeat he will have his brother James and James Gallagher give their note that he will pay the rest. He writes poorly because of nervousness. He feels that he will not go to Ohio and that his brother should le ave also. He asks Purcell to treat him as kindly as possible. Only one thing would grieve him more than this letter and that would be waiting in suspense or journeying to Cincinnati and back. He would formerly have preferred anything but Guernsey in Ohio, but now would consider nothing in Ohio. P.S. The letter is to be sent to Father T. Fitzsimmons in South Boston.
II-4-j - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1847 Feb. 19
Roger, Aimé:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Roger has just had a visit from two French priests who arrived from Haiti. They came to the consulate to present a letter from Roger's colleague in Port au Prince. Roger is sending his letter which he wishes to have returned; he can give them no better recommendation. Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Schomberg were married in a civil ceremony. They will wait until they return to France for the religious marriage.
V-2-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1847 Feb. 20
Todd, Marion Lavinia:
Academy of the Visitation
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
She apprizes Blanc of her arrival here and returns her thanks for his kindness in getting her into the good school where she is sure her three years will be spent in satisfaction. Blanc will do her a favor by sending the letter she has directed to his care to her husband. The Mother at this school directed her to have all her letters directed to her as Miss. If anyone asks about her Blanc is not to let on that she is married, fearing it might make her trouble. The Sisters and Mother Agnes (Brent) request to be remembered and wish her to send him their prospectus.
V-2-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1847 Feb. 21
Gallwey, R.S.H.J., Madame J.:
St. Michael's, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
She received Blanc's letter of the 13th. Father (A. Pierre) Ladaviere, (S.J.) communicated to her the decision of the Ursulines with respect to Charles. She regrets it as the negroes are reluctant to be sold to a planter. The two offers Gall way had: one has purchased elsewhere, the other, Mrs. Parr, died this week. Gallwey is pleased to accede to Blanc's wishes for Miss Marye; the usual amount exclusive of the physicians's fee is $209 per year. They will be satisfied with $150. Her last letter from M(other Maria) Cutts (R.S.H.J.) informs her that the measles prevail; it does not seem to have produced such a panic as theirs. Probably Mother Cutts will be here next week with her colony for Natchitoches. They have 95 children; all unite in regards. (On the letter in Blanc's hand) Daniel Shay.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {7}
1847 Feb. 21
Pius IX, Pope:
Rome, (Italy)
Father James (Roosevelt) Bayley asks permission of the Sacred Congregation of Propaganda to recite the office and say Mass according to the Roman rite wherever he may be. The request is granted on that day. Signed by the Archbishop of Thessalonica as secretary of the Sacred Congregation of Propaganda.
II-2-n - D. - (Latin & Italian) - 1p. - 4to. - {1}
1847 Feb. 22
Baraga, (Father) Frederick:
L'Anse (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Baraga thanks the Bishop for his kindness, for the manual, the Almanac of (1847) and for the Lenten regulations. Baraga had made his missionary visit to Point Keweenaw in January and spent 3 weeks there. He is very satisfied with the mission and was surprised to have found so many Irish, German and Canadian Catholics in the mines. There are more than 240, according to the enclosed list, but there are still 2 or 3 smaller places which are not marked down. Baraga had heard that in the coming year there will be still more people settling in several places, especially Irish people; in other places there will be less and there are a few places which will be abandonned altogether this spring. But on the whole there will be more in Keweenaw next year than this year. The Catholics of Keweenaw are sending a message to the Bishop. They ask him humbly and urgently to consider their forsaken situation and their number and to try to send a missionary next year, who could reside at Eagle River or Eagle Harbor and make from there frequent trips to the other places. The people would take care of his maintenance. Baraga told them that he would do his best with the Bishop, but that there is a great shortage of priests in his diocese and that the Bishop cannot send priests wherever he would like to. Baraga will of course not abandon them, but he can only visit them about 3 times a year. He must also visit the mission of Lapointe every year at the time of the (Goverment) payment, which takes a month and a half at least. Altogether he will be absent from his mission al L'Anse for 4 months every year and that is not good for the mission, because there is no school during his absence. Baraga wants the Bishop's answer in English, because he wants to show the letter to the people when he will visit them next May. The Americans at L'Anse of both sides, who are more for the Catholic mission than for the Methodist, have among themselves made a petition to Mr. Richmond in which they ask him to let the Indians have a blacksmith and carpenter to be located on Baraga's side, because there are many more Indians on his side than on the other, and they get along much better. He also gave his signature and he asks the Bishop to see Mr. Richmond himself and to speak to him in favor of the Indians. They think that the Bishop has the most ponderous influence in Detroit. The petition is being sent (to Detroit) at the same time as this letter, therefore the Bishop sould see Mr. Richmond immediately.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo - {1}
1847 Feb. 22
Boullier, (C.M.), Father J(ohn):
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Boullier received Blanc's letter of the 16th. He saw Mrs. Butterly yesterday. She has already gone back to (her husband) three times. As long as he drinks her life and health are in danger. The neighbors saw that he almost killed her with an ax. After cooking and washing for him, she had to work to clothe herself and her child. Her health does not permit her to do any longer what she has done for 8 years. Her parents threaten to abandon her if she returns to him for a fourth time. Her husband often cursed the marriage and cursed Father (Hercule) Brassac who performed it. If Blanc insists on her going back she would consent but it is very hard. She said that Father (Stephen) Rousselon said that under the circumstances she was not obliged to live with him. P.S. Boullier received a letter from his brother saying that Father Moulart is chaplain of the College of Roanne.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {5}
1847 Feb. 22
Bayley, Father J(ames) R(oosevelt):
New York, (New York)
to Father Francis P. McFarland:
Watertown, N(ew) Y(ork)
He is to announce to his congregation that the collection which Bishop (John Hughes) had directed to be made on the 3rd Sunday of Lent for the diocesan seminary is postponed and the collection will be taken up for the starving poor of Ireland.
I-1-a - Printed Circular S. - 1p. - - 8vo. - {2}
1847 Feb. 23
Lupke, C. Anthony, Bp. of Osnabruck:
Osnabruck, Hanover
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The repeated letters of Purcell testifying of his remembrance of Lupke afflict him with shame at his delay in writing. When an easy and certain occasion offered itself some unforseen difficulty excused him from writing. Now A. Niehaus returns to America and offers to take this letter to Purcell. Lupke is pleased to learn that Purcell is well amidst his cares in a diocese composed of so many peoples since he himself has a like wirk, having been appointed by Pope Gregory XVI to the missions of northern Germany and Denmark. Many attacks have been made by sects of recent time of whom the authors are Ronge, Czerkis and other apostates and by some old and some recent adversaries from certain Protestant sects, who at this time have burst out with hatred of the church. There is, however, great consolation in the religious things seen and felt to have revived the Catholics, forced for some years to fight against histile attacks. A year ago in September Father Bernard Hengehold of the diocese of Osnabruck went to America, but he does not know to what diocese. Lupke wishes that he would betake himself to Purcell's diocese. There are four others from the diocese of Osnabruck in America: Fathers Francis Kendeler in Philadelphia diocese, Augustus Brickwedde in Chicago, and J.O. Bredeik and George Bohne in Cincinnati. As to the legacy of Father Kemper for the anniversaries and for the poor of his parish, the "Mandatarius" indicated to Lupke that he was about to pay the annual sum for the year 1845. He asks that they exchange prayers.
II-4-j - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - (Latin) - {10}
1847 Feb. 24
Abbadie, (S.J.), Father J. F(rancis):
St. Charles College
(Grand Coteau, Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisiana)
If Blanc approves of the change Abbadie has already made, he will ask permission to make another. Instead of Father Ministre, he has sent Father (Joseph) Soller, (S.J.) to the convent and after First Communion he would like to replace Father (Florian Joseph) Sautois, (S.J.) either by Soller or Father (Anthony) Parret, (S.J.). Abbadie himself would be the extraordinary confessor for the Sisters. At the college, the students seem to have recovered from the excitement caused by the four leaving for town. It remains to be seen what the effect outside will be of the letters they wrote. For the 22nd, their orators never had so numerous an audience; their speeches were judged so favorably that they have asked to have them printed.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1847 Feb. 24
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Blanc's letter of the 19th was handed to (Chanche) by Father Francis (de Sales) Gautrelet, (S.J.). (Chanche) is glad that Blanc and Father (James Oliver) Vandevelde, (S.J.) thought of him in the distribution. He will do all in his power to give him as good an English education as three months will allow him; he will do it as faithfully as if he were to receive the $3000. (Chanche) has procured him two teachers; besides this he and Father (William A.) Blenkinsop will give him lessons as they can. A scholastic arrived here Sunday morning; Gautrelet sent him to Cincinnati in the Thomas Jefferson. Vandevelde did not stop. (Chanche) cannot draw on Mr. Choiselat at 60 days sight; in his letter Choiselat said he would place the funds in the hands of Mr. Carrière who may have received it by this time and Choiselat would protest the draft. (Chanche) will have to wait a little while. He has got the Sisters (of Charity) underway in a comfortable house; they have 30 scholars. (Chanche) sends a letter to be forwarded to Havana.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 4to. - {6}
1847 Feb. 24
Francais, Father (Nicholas):
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Father (Ennemond) Dupuy has asked for Francais for a long time. Francais is without shoes and without money. He has been here three months and he has asked Dupuy if two priests could live here and he replied no and that it was impossible for him to pay anyone. However, Francais says Mass, preaches, baptizes, (etc.) for his food
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1847 Feb. 24
Hackett, Father P(atrick) R.:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Bishop Ant(h)ony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Hackett has a letter of Blanc's to Bishop (Michael) Portier offering Hackett Alexandria or Covington with a wish that he would select the former. Two considerations prevent him from making a selection without again hearing from Blanc. He fears Portier has represented his knowledge of French in too favorable a light. Then Hackett might ask to change his location. If he did would Blanc give him an appointment in New Orleans? Portier well knows him from experience of ten years. He could not have the same claim on Blanc. Hackett is now about to visit his friends and parishioners in Tuscaloosa for about one week.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - - 4to. - {2}
1847 Feb. 24
(Odin, C.M.), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
(Odin) received on the "Palmetto" Blanc's last letter and he sympathizes with the sad position of Bishop (John Joseph) Chanc(h)e. During (Odin)'s stay at Lyons he pleaded his cause as well as he could. The Ursulines opened their school on the 8th; today they have 42 pupils. They will soon have to restrict admission for lack of room. However, (Odin) fears for the future; these Sisters are weak in English. Sister St. Agnes, (R.U.) is weak in grammar and arithmetic; Sister St. Bruno, (R.U.) needs time to become a capable teacher. (Odin) has written to Sister Ste. Seraphine (Ray, R.U.) to ask her to loan them an English teacher. All the Sisters are making the greatest efforts for the success of the undertaking. Five carpenters have been working on the school since (Odin)'s return from New Orleans. The bricks he expected were not sent. In order not to put off the building of the church any longer, (Odin) has contracted to buy 500,000 at $8 a thousand. Their little chapel cannot hold half their congregation. He trembles at the expense of this new building since he cannot count on the people of Galveston. There is no business; lack of a crop and the war have put them back into the poverty from which they were just beginning to emerge. He expects Father (John) Timon, (C.M.) for the third Sunday in Lent.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {7}
1847 Feb. 24
Julie:
St. Joseph (Academy
Emmitsburg, Maryland)
to Bishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
She replies to Blanc's letter which she received last Saturday. She is glad he is pleased with her progress in French as she will also please her father and mother. She is afraid her father, mother, and aunt are ill as she has not heard from them for a long time. She is glad Elizabeth is doing well; if she continues she could make her First Communion if she is not here next year. She thinks Elizabeth will not come until Julie returns home which she is not to do until 1848. As soon as Julie and Cartouche return they will join the choir. Sisters Louise, Raphael, Clara, M(iss?) Devereux, M(iss?) McGovern and all the Louisianans send regards. Blanc is to remember her to her father, mother, aunt, brothers and sisters, and Sister Regina.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1847 Feb. 24
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Portier) presents Father B. Madeore, who is going to Havana to look for important papers pertaining to St. Augustine, Florida. (Portier) asks hospitality for him. Father (John) Timon, (C.M.) will arrive at New Orleans Saturday after doing much good here. Father (Patrick R.) Hackett, all things considered, remains in the diocese of Mobile.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1847 Feb. 25
Whelan, Father David:
Petersburg, Virginia
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He expresses his pleasure at receiving Purcell's letter. He does not expect Purcell to answer every letter, but hopes that this method of communicating will continue so long as he must remain in Virginia. He has written to his brother (Bishop Vincent Whelan) explaining his desire to leave the Richmond diocese. He mentioned Purcell's approval of the project and willingness to replace him with another Clergyman, and emphasized the fact that Purcell was for a long time his spiritual director. He hopes that Bishop Whelan will understand. As to remarks that might be made Father David thinks his removal from the Richmond diocese would not occasion surprise. He fears however that his brother will attribute it to instability, and not to his desire not to be alone. If his brother refuses he will feel obliged to renew the request until he gets consent. Should Bishop Whelan not write to Purcell but simply refuse, Father Whelan will inform Purcell of the decision. If Bishop Whelan consents he asks Purcell when the other clergyman would come. He himself cannot leave Petersburg before Oct. 1, because of the building of a pastoral residence. The r eports from Purcell's diocese are refreshing. The new territory of Kentucky will soon be yielding fruit especially when the Ursulines take up their quarters there. He cannot say anything of Father (Josue) Young's fitness for the chaplaincy since he has never met him. He would he happy to take part in Purcell's contemplated "Western Seminary of St. Sulpice". The country needs men competent to run ecclesiastical seminaries. He asks about Father (Patrick) O'Mealy, who was detained at Pittsburgh by sickness. The Almanac says he is still at Dayton. He hopes that Father (Edward T.) Collins jaw has opened.
II-4-j - A.L.S. - 4pp. - - 12mo. - {9}
1847 Feb. 26
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Chanche) has just received a letter from the Directeur des Musées Royaux informing him that the long expected tableau de Sainteté has been sent to New Orleans to the care of J.P. Whitney and Company. Blanc is to ask Father Rousselon to forward it by one of the Natchez packets. The painting represents the Assumption d'apres Murillo.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - - 4to. - {2}
1847 Feb. 27
Barnwell, Edward:
St. Tammany College,
(Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans), Louisiana
Their professor of ancient languages is desirous of being introduced to Blanc. Barnwell has requested Professor J.C. Sheehan to recall to Blanc the favor Barnwell solicited. He will explain their intentions to pursue a moral and religious course among the other studies of the College. Barnwell signs as president. (On the address side of the letter in Blanc's hand): B. Reynolds.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - 2pp. - - 4to. - {4}
1847 Feb. 27
Mènard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
Assumption, L(ouisian)a
Yesterday, returning from Brulé Labbadie, Mènard stopped at (Edward Douglas) White's house to get the news. White is very bad and gets more feeble every day. Mrs. White said again how happy she would be if Blanc could visit Mr. White. She thinks it very probable that he might come to a decision. Mènard believes that if anyone could have any influence on White, it would be Blanc. (On the address side of the letter in Blanc's hand:) Catechisms to Sister Regina (Smith, S.C.) at Donaldson.
V-5-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1847 Feb. 28
Machebeuf, Father (Joseph) P.:
Sandusky City, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The Precious Blood Fathers by imprudence and want of uniformity are doing great mischief among the Germans of his congregation. According to the regulations of the Diocese, Machebeuf has expressly established the rule of publishing the banns of matrimony. The Germans do not comply with this rule thanks to the Precious Blood Fathers. Machebeuf relates the case of a German couple from Sandusky who went to Norwalk to be married. Such action will cause dissatisfaction in the parish. The Precious Blood Fathers violate the rule for baptisms by having non-Catholics act as sponsors. Will Purcell write a statement on these matters to be read to the congregation? He writes on the advice of Father (Louis Amadeus) Rappe. Machebeuf visited Thompson congregation for eight days preparing the children for Confirmation, etc. He succeeded in getting the men to build the chpel. When he returned home, he found the good brother Macarius on his begging expedition. The Americans of Sandusky are doing much to relative the poor starving people of Ireland.
N.B. He also asks a marriage dispensation.
II-4-j - A.L.S. - 4pp. - - 8vo. - {5}