1848 Mar. 1
Brownson, Jr., O(restes) A.:
Worcester, Massachusetts (College of the Holy Cross)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts
He is free from the blues since he expects to have a good time during the year. He is next the foot in every class. He cannot get out of Poetry into Rhetoric. The new boy and Devlin are memorizers and took no pains at all to memorize the lesson. Still Orestes came out first every month before the examination. A new teacher came in mathematics. The class now being one year behind him, work there is unnecessary. He could save time and money by transferring to some other school where he could enter Rhetoric, or else he could come home and read, not losing any time, and permitting the class to get up with him(!) Mr. Jackoway was baptized by Father Sacchi. P.S. Everything and everybody looks so strange that he thinks he'll soon be crazy. It appears to him that some kind of change is necessary.
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1848 Mar. 1
Desmond, Daniel I.:
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Being absent from the city, engaged in a cause in New York, prevented a prompt answer to Blanc's letter of January 27, to thank him for the aid it must give to his application to the government. Successful or not, he deems it a fortunate event in his life that his application to be appointed the representative of his country at the Roman Court has shown him how promptly the Bishops have given their recommendations.
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1848 Mar. 1
Eldridge, R(obert) P.:
(Lansing, Michigan)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere,:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Eldridge received Lefevere's letter enclosing a copy of the power of attorney, last evening. He is favorable impressed with the justice of Lefevere's application and will give his assistance to the passage of the bill. In doing so he believes he will oblige a large portion of his constituents. (Sent from) Senate chamber.
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1848 Mar. 1
O'Flaherty, M(ichae)l:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
During January he was commissioned by Dunnigan to deliver the "Review" and to have the Agency. Although he found the list in a most entangled state, he undertook the agency in reliance on Dunnigan and his own ability, and has added 70 new subscribers, with every assurance of adding 100 more before the issue of the next number. He intended to continue until the list should reach 500 when it would afford a respectable living. However, he has learned recently that the now-recovered former agent may resume his position, in which event he would have to withdraw. He wishes to explain the circumstances and solicit the agency which he should have done at first had he not felt confident in Dunnigan's promise. For testimonials he can offer those of Bishop Hughes for whom he worked seven years, Dr. Robt. Hogan, James W. White, former editor of the "Freeman's Journal." Under ordinary circumstances, from delicacy, he feels he should refrain from making application for a situation not formally vacated, but he is compelled to apply from having undertaken the business in good faith, and by a conviction that the "Review" has suffered in the city from the conduct of the party placed in contact with its subscribers. Were he sure of the propriety of so doing, he would furnish abundant evidence of the existence of this last fact.
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1848 Mar. 1
Paris, Father A. S(imon):
P(ointe) C(oupée, Louisiana)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Paris received Blanc's letter of February 26. He will stay some weeks longer, even until Easter in order to give time to provide for his replacement. As he said in his letter which Blanc must have received last Tuesday, he does not fit in this parish. He is sorry to be a source of trouble to Blanc. His return to St. Louis, requested by Archbishop Kenrick, has not changed his feelings about this place which Blanc gave him three months ago. He had decided even before Kenrick's last letter to return, to his old post or to go to France. With things as they are, a priest is useless here unless he spends his time going from farm to farm for catechism; for that a young and vigorous priest is needed. He submits to being regarded as a difficult character. He will stay with the priest Blanc sends as long as necessary to complete the instructions for First Communion.
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(18)48 Mar. 1
(Quarter), Bishop William:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He owes (Blanc) an apology for not acknowledging sooner the receipt of the Ordos. He is also thankful for the mention made of their Conference in (Blanc)'s diocesan journal. He forwards one of his Lenten Pastorals in which he has spoken of "The Theological Conferences" and also other regulations. He almost envied (Blanc) the pleasure he enjoyed in the society of so many of his brethren. Should those Bishops be still with (Blanc) he sends his remembrances.
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1848 Mar. 2
Boué, Father:
Lyons, (France)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
As soon as Boué got Blanc's letter he gave the order for the vestments for the Cathedral but it was too late to have them for Easter. He fears he will not get them for the price indicated. However Didier Petit took the order. Blanc's letter of January 18 arrived yesterday. It was too late to change the order; the box left day before yesterday for Havre. The pastor of the Cathedral will have to pay the freight and packing besides the 3000 francs. Boué is writing Mr. Choiselat by the same messenger. Boué thanks Blanc for the news of Dr. Ocher. Since his father is Boué's parishioner he is happy to get news. He is happy to learn of the arrival of young (Anthony) Thèves. He hopes he will one day be a distinguished subject. Blanc's student at Propaganda is well and happy. As for Blanc's nephew, Boué received a letter from him which surprised him very much. He has always talked only of America; he announces that he has changed his mind, that he will not go to New Orleans. If he comes back to his first idea, they will take advantage of the visit of Bishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.). Boué conveyed Blanc's compliments to Abbé Reyhon(?); he came to Lyons to hear Father Lacordaire. The struggle still exists between the clergy and the university. Nothing new at Sury; the enlargement of the church has had a most happy effect. Boué has not heard from the Canadian for almost a year; he has not written since he left for Toronto. Boué sends his respects to Father Rousselon, as well as to Moulard and Thèves.
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(1848) Mar. 2(?)
(Chevrel, O. Carm.), Sister Ste. Thérèse:
(Lafayette, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Anthony Désiré) Mégret did not retire a bond for $240 drawn on them for the sale of the little house for which Mr. Robert made the arrangement. Fortunately St. Thérèse has not signed the arrangement but Mégret should have asked Rousselon to notify Robert or have called on him on his last trip. Therefore the note presented to her and which she refused to pay, will be protested. Robert left here, Mégret having held(?) him to paying is note with the money she should have given him. Father Bertin has offered his services for any commissions for France but she does not know whether he is going to Paris. Having letters for Paris she could take advantage of this opportunity.
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1848 Mar. 2
Griswold, Geo(rge) R:
(Lansing), Michigan
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere,:
Detroit, Michigan)
Griswold received Lefevere's letter of February 26 and the accompanying draft of letter of attorney. Previous to the receipt of the letter Griswold was ignorant of the whole matter except for a letter from Detroit which stated that the property belonged to the church at Detroit and that the passage of such a bill was not desired. Lefevere's letter has enlightened him and he can offer no objections to the passage of the bill. He feels considerable delicacy in acting where differences of this nature arise but feels duty bound to give support under the circumstances. In a postscript he adds that since writing the above letter they have taken up the bill from the House and concurred in it; it will therefore become a law. (Sent from) Senate chamber.
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1848 March 3,
Pierz, Father Francois:
Arbre Croche, Michigan
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
of Detroit, Michigan
Just back from a trip to Grand Traverse Pierz tells Lefevere that he received the check for $150. He paid the teachers for the first quarter and sends Lefevere the receipts. Pierz spent what was left for his own needs. He expects to receive another check at the end of the second quarter to pay the expenses of the missions. In his last letter Pierz asked Lefevere to pay $2 to the doctor Kaminzky and $35.40 to Mr. Blum, but since Lefevere does not mention it in his letter of January 10, he again asks him to pay back the doctor and Mr. Blum with the money from his salary in case Lefevere forgot doing so. Pierz received the Ordo and the Almanack to his great pleasure and he thanks Lefevere for sending them to him. It is with great pleasure that Pierz considers the great progress made by the Catholic Religion in the United States. In his mission there is a great number of sick. At Grand Traverse 6 died this winter and some more are still sick. Pierz had to go to Grand Traverse to take care of the sick. He left Arbre Croche and walked 78 miles through a terrible blizzard. The first day was so cold that his feet froze and the nails fell off. On the way back to Arbre Croche Pierz found the same weather. Grand Traverse needs a priest. There were more than 200 confessions and a great number of communions. The Catholics of Grand Traverse are more devout than those at Arbre Croche. The pupils in the villages in the Bay are making appreciable progress and several of them, who began last summer learning the alphabet, are now able to read their catechism. The other children will be soon able to do so, too. As to the progress of the pupils in the Arbre Croche schools Pierz does not know, since he did not have the time to visit them. However, he can see 8 or 10 pupils entering the school and their teacher with her child on her back. Paul Itawigijig has several pupils in the afternoon. Pierz also supposes that they are learning, since they require many bokks to learn to read. He is not able to satisfy them with books because several have been stolen. As to the prayer-books they are gone. Father (Igatius) Mrak took a great quantity of then inspite Pierz and Pierz took to Grand Traverse what was left. Before his trip to Grand Traverse Pierz was in a good health and now he is tired and needs some rest. But at this time they are asking for him at Cheyboygan. When spring comes Pierz expects to realise his hopes. He repeats his demand to leave the mission and to go somewhere else to establish new missions among the pagans. He asks Lefevere to grant him his dismissal. Pierz says that in case Lefevere refuses, he asks him to send him a testimony of the work he has done for the last 12 years; after that he will leave for his own country.
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1848 Mar. 4
A Sister of Holy Cross:
to Bishop John Odin:
of Galveston, Texas.
(Withdrawn to Provincial Archives).
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1848 March 4
Guth, Father F(rancis):
Buffalo, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
Brownson's offer to lecture there in the early days of April suits them perfectly. They will do everything to make him comfortable, and will comply with all requests. They would like him to answer this letter letting them know the exact date of the lecture, for publication purposes, and so they may meet him at the railroad depot. There is quite a stir among the Buffalonians at the prospect of Brownson's lecture.
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1848 Mar. 5
Buteux, Father S(tanislaus):
Bay St. Louis, (Mississippi)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Rousselon is to ask Bishop Odin's architect to suspend work on the plans for their church at the Bay. Buteux must see him himself to give him the necessary explanations and he will have a chance when he takes the train for Lake Ponchatrain where he must go to get the boat for Covington which he plans to visit next week. By taking the boat on the 17th, he will say Mass at Covingon on the 19th. If Rousselon can let the people know, a larger number can be at the church and begin to make their Easter duty. He sends his respects to Bishops Blanc and Odin. (P.S.) He plans to be in the city on Wednesday or Thursday of next week to meet the architect. He will also make the contract with Mr. Chevillon. (The letter is sent through the kindness of) Mr. Paillasser(?).
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1848 Mar. 6
Barthe, Father F(ranc?)ois:
St. Charles, (German Coast, Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
The negress, because of whom he was so infamously indicted, is no longer at his house. He obeys his bishop and proves there was not this ridiculous attachment people supposed. He regards her so called confession as a fable. His conscience is clear; he could not admit something which never existed. Blanc is to consider who were the authors of these infamous rumors about Barthe. They are dissolute men who built up falsehoods against a priest who for 30 years devoted himself to shedding light on unbelief. Blanc is to ask Father (Jean?) Martin, pastor of St. James, or Father (John) Boullier, (C.M.), pastor at Donaldson, who were driven from their homes by the same thing. Blanc is to put himself in Barthe's place, 60 years old, worn out, without resources.
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1848 Mar. 6
(Blanc), Ant(hony), Bp. of New Orleans:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He has had the pleasure of seeing Dr. Boerner a few days after his arrival and consequently has received Purcell's letter. During the interval Blanc was absent from the city and it was only yesterday at St. Patrick's that he saw again Dr. Boerner who announced his departure for today. As Blanc could not see him again Purcell will receive this by Father Bertin visitor for the Eudists, who goes to Vincennes before visiting with Purcell en route to New York and Europe. Blanc believes that Bishop (Celestine) De La Haillandiere has already visited Purcell on his way to Europe. Bishop (John) Odin is still with him for a week or so. Bishop (Ignatius) Reynolds was also there last Friday. Blanc saw him for an hour before he went to Natchez from where he will return to New Orleans at the end of the week. It is probable that Bishop (John Joseph) Chanche will go to Europe in the spring. He visited the hospital that morning to visit three of his Sisters who are still very sick. He took the occasion to speak to Sister Regina, of unfor tunate Dr. O'Callaghan. She even showed him to Blanc, as he happened to pass while they were talking. Blanc would have seen him and conversed with him but he did not have the time and was a bit indisposed. It seems to Blanc that his mother resides at Boston but his wife lives there. Blanc will write to the Bishop of Boston for information if Purcell desires, but he thinks that without doubt the previous marriage is valid. He seems well, makes himself useful, according to the sisters, but seems a bit deranged. From what he hears it seems that Purcell has saved for himself Father (James Frederick) Wood and that Father (Martin John) Spalding has been chosen for Louisville. Blanc did not think Spalding had good health. He must close because he is fatigued and Father Bertin must set out that evening.
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1848 Mar. 6
Brownson, Henry F.:
Holy Cross College,
Wrocester, Massachusetts
to Mrs. O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Mass(achusetts)
The examination is over and the marks well be out on Ash Wednesday. Henry expects to go into the class of poetry but cannot tell as yet. The shirts which Henry has are worn out, he would like his mother to send more. Also Henry wants pocket and neck handkerchiefs, and hose. After school begins, Henry will write less often. Since his last writing Henry has received two tickets which he sent home and the second time Henry received one ticket. He thought his father (Mr. Orestes A. Brownson) would see him on his return from a lecture in Albany but was disappointed. Mr. Boone has gone to Georgetown, and Henry doubts if he will return. Memorizing lines has replaced whipping. Henry had 10 lines to say. Love is extended to the family.
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1848 Mar. 7
Whelan, Father David:
Wheeling, Virginia
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Father David's brother, Bishop (Richard Vincent) Whelan, arrived in Baltimore last Tuesday evening. He had left home with the intention of being absent for two Sundays supposing that David would not object to remaining at Wheeling during his absence. David is now installed pastor protem of Wheeling. Bishop Whelan wants David to remain with him. David would not hesitate to forego his own desire to be associated with Purcell, but he fears that remaining would not be productive of permanent good. He fears that something would occur that would destroy that unity of feeling that should exist between him and his brother. His withdrawal after remaining for some time with his brother would create talk and give rise to suspicions. Another of Bishop Whelan's priests, Father John O'Brien, has gone off to Boston, and the bishop being about to establish a branch of the Visitation Nuns in Wheeling is greatly embarrassed for want of priests. David would feel happier if his place could be supplied by another priest.
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1848 Mar. 8
Broenner, Father Frederick:
St. Henry, Monroe County, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He apologizes for troubling Purcell but is sure that Purcell will answer for the sake of the faithful. He heard today that Purcell's lenten regulation forbade the use of eggs but reading the promulgation again he failed to find mention of eggs and asks Purcell to clarify the matter for him. Everything is well in the congregation of St. Joseph except the Weiss and Doll families and hopes that they will soon lay aside their pride.
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(1848 Mar. 8)
Dufour, Father L(ouis):
St. Martin, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon):
New Orleans, Louisiana
Father (F.) Legrand has finally arrived; Dufour has just sent him on his way in his carriage. He gave him all that Father (F.) Zéler had given him. So Dufour is relieved of all concerning Pont Br(e)aux. Dufour will aid Legrand all he can. They have agreed that he will return with Dufour on Wednesday and they will go to Father (Julien) Priour's to copy the plan of his cemetery. Dufour describes his state of health and the remedies proposed by his doctors including Mr. de Valincourt in order to prevent a catastrophe such as befell Father (Jean?) Martin. Legrand offered to come to help him if the Bishop agreed, but the distance is too great. It was Zeler who put the crowning touch on Dufour's sad state by that mysterious petition. Father (Anthony Désiré Mégret?) Maigret came to explain this step. Dufour was called for a sick man at the Pont who had made himself one of Dufour's worst enemies. But after receiving the last sacraments, the sick man told his family to act in like manner toward Dufour and return to the Church. If Blanc has someone to send to St. Martin, Dufour will leave at once. (A sheet folded with this, bears the address of ) Bishop (Anthony) Blanc.
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1848 Mar. 8
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Portier) believes he has forgotten to tell his tailor that his two clerics are not to have the straight collar(?) and Rousselon is to notify him. Rousselon is to send the enclosed note to (T.E.) Giraud, the architect. Father (Angelo) Mascaroni does not complain; they will have him on his feet before Easter. (P.S.) Mrs. Vincent, a negress and (Portier)'s former servant, is to call on Rousselon for a little help which (Portier) promised her. Rousselon is to give her 5 piastres. He is also to give 20 piastres to Magdelaine and (Portier) will send 50 by Mascaroni. (On the letter in Rousselon's hand?): To Mr. Loyer, tailor, $19.50; to Madeleine, $20; to Vincent $5.
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1848 Mar. 8
Dury:
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He asks Rousselon's patronage as he is the one who was his patron with Father (Louis) Dufour for the position of chanter. Father (F.) Legrand of Pont-de-Brac told Dury that Father (J.M. Morisot) Mariceau, post of Annunciation, no longer has a chanter except a woman who sings Mass, but that at Easter, Rousselon and the Bishop were coming there and there should be a chanter. If Rousselon needs one, Dury asks him to think of him. He can get information about his voice from the organist at the Cathedral. Dury will remain at St. Martin if Rousselon can find nothing better for him.
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1848 Mar. 9
Amat, (C.M.), Father T(haddeus):
(Barrens, Missouri)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Young Deroche is a boy of good intentions and talents and gives hope of becoming an excellent subject. He wishes to continue his studies and become a priest but his parents keep writing that they can no longer pay his board and that he would have to leave next May. Amat believes if he leaves he will never return to the seminary. On the other hand they can no longer keep him for $80 a year as they have in the past. Amat begs Blanc to take Deroche under his protection and let him remain.
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1848 Mar. 9
Brünemann, Father Joseph:
Wurzburg, Bavaria
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He thanks Purcell for his letter receiving him into the Cincinnati diocese. Having received the permission of his General and the bishop of Wirchbourg, he has permission to go to America, but being a poor priest he cannot pay the costs of the journey. He applied to the mission congregation at Munich (Ludwig Association) which was accustomed to pay the expenses of missionaries but they refused him saying that they no longer paid the expenses of monks going to the missions. Thus he was much disturbed and saw his vision of missionary work vanish. Father (Charles) Boeswald advised him to apply to Purcell, and he asks Purcell to tell him what must be done to get the money. (There is a note in Purcell's handwriting saying that he did not send the money as it was likely Brunnermann would come with Boeswald, or if not, Purcell would not send him money because he was a "regular" who could withdraw again at pleasure.)
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1848 Mar. 9
Gallwey, R.S.H.J., Mother J.:
St. Michael's, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Bishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.) surprised them with a visit this morning and said Mass in their little chapel. He was much pleased with their house. He hoped to find Madame (Maria) Cutts, (R.S.H.J.) there but they only expect her tomorrow. The front of their old dwelling is demolished, the other is unroofed. The report of their having scarlet fever is altogether unfounded. Father (A. Pierre) Ladavière is well at present; last week he suffered considerably. They count 106 children.
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1848 Mar. 9
Kernan, Peter J.:
Brussels, (Belgium)
to Bishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana
He, his wife, child, and sister, arrived in Paris and spent some time but left it without any ill consequences from the Revolution. Kernan cannot see how Prussia can pass - Austria or England - Italy, Sicily, France and other countries have done their part. Kernan trusts that Blanc and Father (Angelo) Mascaroni are in good health. His sister, Sophia (Kernan) begs to be remembered.
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1848 Mar. 9
Spalding, Father M(artin) J(ohn):
Louisville, Kentucky
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Spalding thanks Purcell for his kind favor by Mr. Bardsly. Spalding is confident that Purcell with sympathize with him if he should accept the heavy burden which it seems will be proffered. Though the matters appear certain yet the official documents have not yet arrived. Spalding will remain home until they come. He asks for prayers so that he may make a wise decision.
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1848 Mar. 10
(Bazin), Bishop Jean Etienne:
Vincennes, (Indiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
He received Blanc's letter with so much pleasure! He feared he might have offended him by his reply but it seemed to him that he had written about the "cher confrere" only what his conscience dictated and his own justification demanded. He is very glad that Blanc understood. He has received the Ordos; is he to say Masses for them? He had never counted much on students from New Orleans; he knows the attraction of Spring Hill. Perhaps some will come from other parts of Louisiana; the expenses are so moderzte. He was forced to buy (St. Gabriel) College for the glory of God. He is going to send Blanc a copy of his pastoral letter. As soon as (Bazin) has a chance to see Blanc's friends, he will tell them about the part of the letter which concerns them. He sees that his predecessor (Bishop Celestin de la Hailandieŕe) has taken the wisest way and is returning to France; he could not be content in the United States.
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1848 Mar. 10
Eldridge, R(obert) P.:
(Lansing, Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefev(e)re:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Lefevere's letter of March 8 was received. Eldridge wrote yesterday giving the result of the vote of the Senate on Lefevere's bill which was taken yesterday. Quite strong opposition was made by certain senators, induced, he understands, by letters from (Edward V.) Cicotte. Believing the act just, Eldridge is satisfied with the part he has had in the matter and it would give him pleasure to aid Lefevere in any effort for the benefit of his church. (Sent from) Senate Chamber.
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1848 Mar. 10
Eldridge, R(obert) P.:
(Lansing, Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan)
Eldridge informs Lefevere that the Senate passed the bill that day to amend the "act to authorize the sale of certain lands on Macon Reserve". They had a struggle but after some discussion, a majority of two-thirds of the members voted for the bill. Senator (George R.) Griswold also gave the bill his support.
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1848 Mar. 10
Giraud, T.E.:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
When Giraud left New Orleans, he had not yet had time to develop his ideas about the repairs to the Cathedral. In studying the building, he found that the side walls could be left intact. If Blanc will send him some measurements in English feet, he can work on his plan. He asks to be remembered to Bishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.), to whom he will not write until the next boat as he will then have finished with the carpenters, and to all the others who were so kind to him.
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1848 Mar. 11
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Bishop (Ignatius A.) Reynolds, who must yet be with Blanc, has no doubt told him that he left (Chanche) better than he found him. After (Chanche)'s return he got a little indisposed. (Chanche) received a letter from Father (Thaddée) Amat, (C.M.) holding out almost certain hope that Father (Blaise) Raho, (C.M.) would be sent to him. Bishop Timon writes in the same sense. If (Chanche) were perfectly sure, he might make his arrangements to start in the beginning of April. Without Raho (Chanche) would be compelled to stay at home Judge Montgomery, who formerly had a daughter at the Ursuline Convent, wishes to place another daughter there about eleven years of age. The manner in which he removed the former child makes him apprehend that the Sisters will not receive this one. (Chanche) thinks he removed his daughter because the Ladies would not allow her to visit him when he was in New Orleans. (Chanche) asks Blanc to use his influence; if he sends the letter to the Magnolia or to Mr. Zacharie's, it will reach him immediately. It is said that Father (Joseph Vincent) Quiblier has not been acting right in their regard in Rome.
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1848 Mar. 12
Cummings, Father J(eremiah) W.:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He writes to send Brownson a trifle of money paid in for tickets to the lecture at the Tabernacle. He has paid all the expenses of that lecture, and the enclosed is probably the last of the proceeds they can look for. He hopes Brownson's health is good and that they will have a rich number out in April. Some of the men who are now the most impious and sacrilegious in the new-fangled Republican system were the most disginguished formerly for their smooth piety and for the sweetness of their orthodoxy. They have left the drop-of-honey system now and have left even the French Republicans in the rear.
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1848 Mar. 12
Léveque, Father J(oseph) A.:
W(est) Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Léveque received Rousselon's letter and the enclosure for Father (Peter) Lucas. Léveque thanks Rousselon for making this small collection.
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(18)48 Mar. 13
Martin, Father Aug(uste):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The arrival of Father (John Baptist) Maisounabe, (S.J.) last Thursday prevented Martin from answering Blanc's letter which he received the preceding Monday. He thanks Blanc for giving another week more for the retreat. Maisounabe was disconcerted to see only women and in all 4 or 5 men. The fact was that he had announced a special instruction for the men and they concluded that others were for women. The power of attorney reached Martin in time to use it. Unfortunately in order to go to Plaines he had to leave three dangerously ill at Baton Rouge to whom he was in a hurry to get back. He will settle the affair after the retreat. Sister M(ary) Margaret, (S.C.) was ill last week; she is better. She waited to see Sister Regina (Smith, S.C.) come for a change of air here and has been called to New Orleans. Martin regrets seeing Sister M(ary) Margaret away from her school. He would like to join Blanc at Iberville but his presence here is necessary. He would only ask that Blanc let him know when he is arriving and tell him where he could look for him.
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1848 Mar. 13
St. Hilaire, Celestine:
(St. Michael, Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Ordinarily one invites parents and friends to share in happiness. Deprived of these, (Blanc) will take the place of all, so she invites him to add to her joy on St. Joseph's Day. It is fitting that he should offer to God this child whom he has often called his privileged daughter. She likes to think that on the 20th all of St. Michael will be joyful.
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1848 Mar. 14
Whelan, Father David:
Wheeling, Virginia
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Purcell's letter afforded David all the consolation that present circumstances would permit. Mrs. Lucas was misinformed by her Baltimore correspondent in regard to David's situation at Petersburg, (Va.). David never said a word about his reasons for his change of home. As to Purcell's advice that David remain with his brother, it grieves David to leave his brother when he is in so much need of priests; but he asks will he be any better off here? Here David will have no experienced director in whom he can place his confidence. David loves his brother but receives a very cold return for his love. This was the cause of the misery David experienced when he lived with his brother at Richmond. Making excursions to various catholic settlements in case of not being contented as Purcell suggests would cost money. If David had the spiritual charge of the visitation Ladies he could not absent himself. David would rather die of grief than become a hapless wanderer. He will remain with his brother until he can procure another clergyman. David will be governed by Purcell's advice.
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1848 Mar. 15
Baraga, (Father) Frederick:
L'Anse, (Michigan)
to Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
Baraga is disappointed that he has not yet received a letter from the Bishop to assure him that the Bishop has received the "Answers" to the questions of the government, which were sent in the fall 1847. Baraga worries and asks for just one line about that matter. A short time ago he returned from a mission which he had opened in the mining camps at Keweenaw Point. There were not as many people there this winter, as last, but they are still numerous everywhere and Baraga hopes that more will come. They asked him again if they could hope for a permanent priest. He told them what the Bishop had written him concerning it. Baraga has also received a sad letter from Father (Francis X.) Pierz in which he writes about his discontentment with the Bishop. Baraga does not know what it is about, as Pierz did not explain. Baraga wrote him a long letter about the duties of a priest towards his Bishop and told him to write a conciliatory and respectful letter to the Bishop and to put himself under the Bishop's obedience. Baraga begs the Bishop to let Pierz remain in L'Arbre Croche the little time which he may yet live and to receive him graciously when he writes, for charity's sake. He asks the Bishop to write to Pierz first, if he does not write soon. Baraga is sending a small school report.
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1848 Mar. 15
Boué, Father:
Lyons, (France)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The sound of the blow which overturned the throne of Louis Philippe and forced him and his family into a foreign land has no doubt reached (Blanc)'s ears. They are now a republic once again. As (Blanc) may be worried, Boué hastens to give him news of his family. The February revolution caused great agitation in the provinces and especially at Lyons. There is a numerous garrison. Thanks to the prudence of the officials there have been no shots fired. Factories have been burned. State employees are agitating for an increase in salary. There is agitation at St. Etienne but no trouble. Boué saw (Blanc)'s older brother, the railroad engineer. They have been more fortunate than in the neighborhood of Paris; their railroads have had no damage at all. His family is well as are those of (Blanc)'s other brothers. The cardinal and all the bishops of France have hastened to adhere to the republican government and to ask the clergy to set the example of submission. The clergy have unanimously rallied and yet they have just driven out the Capuchins from Roteaux and posted an order for the destruction of communities which formerly had not been legally recognized, notably the Jesuits. The parish clergy have not yet been attacked but the republican regime is still new. Financial troubles are most to be feared by the government. The debt is enormous; failures abound. All citizens over 21 are called together for the elections. If the choice falls on wise and moderate men, confidence and order will be restored and with it, prosperity. The seminarians who had been sent home for a few days, have been recalled. But many have not responded. Father (Stephen) Rousselon's family is well. Boué has not heard that anything happened at his brother's house.
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1848 Mar. 15
(Kenrick), Archbishop Peter Richard:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (James Oliver) Van de Velde, (S.J.) gave (Kenrick) (Blanc)'s letter with the notes he had given to the late Father (Augustin) D(e) Angelis. (Kenrick) is sending a note on Mr. Benoit for the amount which the state has deducted on this part of the legacy. How sad D(e) Angelis would be to see how much the magistrates have taken of what he accumulated with so much care.
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1848 Mar. 16
Mégret, Father A(nthony) D(ésiré):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mégret informed Father (Nicholas) Francais of the contents of Blanc's letter of March 3 concerning his leaving for Abbeville. Francais hesitates to go before receiving a letter from Blanc; Mégret asks Blanc to write him one as soon as possible. As Francais no doubt sent Mégret's first letter to Blanc by Father (Julien) Priour, Mégret will inform Blanc of what he is writing Francais today: the words of the Bishop, "I approve that he establish himself at Abbeville as soon as he is ready" and "As soon as Francais will be at Abbeville" show clearly that his appointment is the episcopal wish. Father (Simon) Rominger left Saturday for Abbeville and has not yet returned; he is either sick in body or in mind.
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1848 Mar. 16
(Rappe), (Louis) A(madeus), Bishop of Cleveland:
Cleveland, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He admits his faults of writing at the beginning of lent. He asks pardon as he pardons. However he will not pardon the debt of Canton as he not only has not a cent to meet it but he is considering borrowing more to secure possession of some property at Cleveland for a school for girls. He hopes to get aid from the Association of the Propagation, but that will not pay one twentieth of the expenses that he should make. On the other hand if there is any congregation that can go on it is that of Canton. Further if there is land for sale why should one wait until now to take that measure? The commencement of a new diocese is hard enough without leaving to the new bishop difficulties which could have been disolved with all the credit and the experience of the old administration. It pains him to speak thus to his father but the enbarrassment in which he finds himself will excuse, he hopes, that which is too hard in his observations. He would rather lose his life than disturb the harmony that should be between them. But he will leave it to God to settle this affair amiably. If he may take the liberty he asks Purcell to tell Father (Joseph) MacNamee that he cannot have his exeat until he has settled his affair with Robert Denveen. MacNamee wrote to Rappe that since he had left the diocese before his elevation, only Purcell could give him his exeat. Father (Louis) DeGoesbriand presents his respects. As Vicar General he is an angel of sweetness simplicity.
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1848 Mar. 16
Vignes, H(enriet)te, née Nugent:
P(oin)te Coupée, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She is replying immediately to the letter Father (F.) Rogalle brought. She was quite surprised in seeing another change of pastor; they were just beginning to appreciate Father (A. Simon) Paris when he went. Father (Victor) Jamey's leaving is like a sickness without a remedy. If (Blanc)'s annual visit extends to Grand Coteau he is remember her to the Ladies. She has asked Rogalle to do as his predecessors have done in visiting their house often. Mrs. Vignes is much better but still paralysed; she sends regards as does Raymond (Vignes). (On the back of the letter in Blanc's hand): Schmitt, 88 Bienville.
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1848 Mar. 17
McMaster, J(ames) A.:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
Brownson need not bother even to read this letter until he be at leisure, if he has not yet finished his labors on the April number of the "Review". It seems to him that Brownson has lately modified his ideas of the difference between implicit and explicit faith, and that he has moved towards agreeing with the "developmentists" on this point. He is thinking now of starting a new magazine in New York. He has obtained the Bishop's permission after one unsuccessfull attempt. The magazine will not conflict in any way with Brownson's "Review". It is intended for simple people who cannot follow theological discussions, and will average about 100 pages per issue. It will be brought out every alternate month. He would call it "Ave Maria". It would gratify him to hear what Brownson thinks of the idea.
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1848 Mar. 18
Reynolds, Ign(atiu)s Al(oysius), Bishop of Charleston:
Mobile, Alabama
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Reynolds arrived here this morning and found Bishop (Michael Portier) well and in good spirits. The Legate called on him yesterday and said he had powers to ask an account of monies received and spent. (Portier) demanded his papers so the conference ended. Reynolds saw the Legate examining the new cathedral with a cigar in his mouth. He is either crazy or a bold imposter. (Portier) says he sent a package of letters for Reynolds to New Orleans; (Blanc) is to have all which arrive up to the 21st sent to Mobile and any after the 21st to Columbus, Georgia.
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1848 Mar. 19
Giraud, T.E.:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Giraud received Blanc's letter of the 11th. As Blanc wishes it, he will present a plan but he does not think his views will be accepted. He has had an inspiration; his design has few or no details; he has sought his effect in a combination of lines rather than in richness of detail. The plan is identical with what he would use in a new construction and the old wall can be preserved, he thinks. In studying the present Cathedral he believes he will make changes only in the details. It will be better to use the funds on the foundations. He plans to raise the nave 50 or 60 feet. The facade will not be changed. He plans to heighten the spire to 150 or 160 feet. He will study the other plans Blanc has confided to him as soon as he has a free moment. P.S. In case Bishop (John Mary) Odin has returned, Blanc is to tell him that Giraud has settled everything with Major Ch(arle)s Bryant and has received all in full. Just now they are working on a crucifixion which Giraud designed for the median lancet window of the sanctuary. He is beginning the pews this week.
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1848 Mar. 19
Timon, (C.M.), Bishop John:
New York, (New York)
to Bishop C(elestin) G(uillaume) de la Hailandière:
Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a
Having been informed that Hailandière was expected in the east on his way to Europe, Timon consoled himself for staying out of his diocese by the hope of seeing him. How thankful Timon would be if Hailandière could visit Buffalo and aid Timon by his advice. Fearing it may not be in Hailandière's power to come, Timon expresses his veneration and thanks for the kindness he has always shown him. (Found in the James Roosevelt Bayley papers).
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1848 (Mar. 19)
W(inchester) Louise:
(Emmitsburg, Maryland)
to Bishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Louise received a letter from one of her school mates, Mary McGovern, now Mrs. Kerwan. As Blanc performed the ceremony, he is to tell Cartouche all about John P. Kerwan. Father John McCaffrey spoke at their St. Joseph Day ceremonies today. Sister Raphael, (S.C.), as usual, kept the girls' retreat. Louise was sorry to hear of the death of another Sister (of Charity); Blanc has lost so many this year. It will not be very long before Louise receives Blanc's blessing; she is sorry to leave her valley home but is anxious to see them all. Mother (Etienne Hall. S.C.) has returned from Baltimore; her health is much better. She sends regards as do Sisters Maria Louise and Mary Clare.
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1848 Mar. 20
Maenhaut, Father C(onstantine):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Maenhaut, pastor of the Cathedral, certifies that today Michel Drausin Harang and he talked of the false rumor brought to Maenhaut recently and Harang convinced him that he wishes to validly marry Elodie Bouttée. By this note Maenhaut asks Father (J.M.) Morisot to perform the marriage whenever it suits the parties, as the publication of banns has been made.
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(18)48 Mar. 20
Putnam, J( ) P( ):
(New York, New York)
to D(ennis) and J(ames) Sadlier:
(New York, New York)
Putnam has been directed by W(illia)m C. Barney to commence proceedings against them for infringement of copyright in publishing in the "Catholic Observer" an article copyrighted by Barney unless proper satisfaction is made through Putnam. (Found in the James Roosevelt Bayley papers).
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1848 Mar. 20
Rogalle, Father J.:
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Rogalle arrived here on the 6th. Father (A. Simon) Paris did not expect a replacement so promptly. He left on the 10th for St. Louis while Rogalle was at Fausse Rivière. Rogalle regretted not having been able to say good-bye and to quiet somewhat the secret uneasiness he seemed to experience. This uneasiness came partly because on Paris' arrival he had bought, on credit, for 418 piastres, some furnishings in bad condition which were not worth half that. To pay this debt Paris had had to give his creditors an order for 250 piastres which the church allowed him as pastor. In addition he had to leave the things he had bought. Rogalle bought almost everything for the convenience of having them in the house and because of Paris' embarrassment. Since arriving Rogalle has had 3 sick calls, six burials and 12 baptisms. Mass is said every Tuesday and Friday at Fausse Rivière. On Sundays Mass is sung at Pointe Coupée as well as Fausse Rivière. The last two Sundays many people assisted. People are very kind although regretting Paris. Rogalle should write these same things to the Bishop but he hopes Rousselon will be good enough to tell him. P.S. He sends regards to Father Duquesnay.
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1848 Mar. 21
Barthe, Father F(ranc?) ois:
St. Charles, (German Coast, Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On the sixth of this month, Barthe left with Mrs. Rost a letter instructing (Blanc) that the negress is out of his house. He cannot look for a replacement until he has a decision from (Blanc), that he will remain undisturbed in his parish. Not knowing English, it is the only post suitable for him. He is too old and worn out to go to new fields. He has been in the city several times; here are the reasons he did not call on (Blanc). Being 60 years old he could not make up his mind to hear words which would wound his heart. He will wait until (Blanc) assures him he has nothing against him. He is in a very painful position. He hopes (Blanc) will not leave him long in suspense. P.S. (Blanc) is to mail the letter to Albert M. Chappelier, 37 Chartres Street.
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1848 Mar. 21
Borgess, Father Otho H.:
Zanesville, Ohio
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Borgess wrote sometime ago to his nephew that he did not know whether he could comply with Purcell's wish to let the nephew come here as he would perhaps be obliged to give up house-keeping which he will now do on the first of next month. With regard to going to Newark, Borgess decided that he could not attend to both congregations as his rheumatism prevents him from making the long rides. Borgess has so much difficulty with his troublesome parish that he asks Purcell to consider finding another place for him.
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1848 Mar. 21
(Smith, S.C.), Sister Regina:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
The Sisters (of Charity) informed Regina that Sister Cleophas, (S.C.) was much worse. Regina's first impulse was to go back tomorrow but Father (Auguste) Martin and Father (John Baptist Leon Maisounabe, S.J.) Mesonable say Cleophas has every care and that Regina ought not to return before Blanc or Sister Lor(r)etta, (S.C.) call her. Sister Estelle, (S.C.) is improving fast. Regina only began to feel a little better Sunday. She received a few lines from Mother concerning the hospital; she says cousin Leonard is very low again. Regina has a letter from Sister Martha, (S.C.) telling that Bishop (John Joseph) Chanche's niece Johanna, had run off with a young man far beneath her and they were married by a Methodist minister. The Sisters here are pictures of health and appear happy. Regina has attempted to give Sister Gonzaga, (S.C.) music lessons 2 or 3 times. They have a delightful place here.
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1848 Mar. 21
Hart, A.:
Warrenton, Abbeville, S(outh) Carolina
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
He is a subscriber to the Review, a convert to Catholicism, an Englishman, and a teachers. He asks if Brownson would wish to publish in his Review a series of letters on education, partially already published. Should Brownson wish to forward the wishes of an aspirant and alummus of Stonyhurst, he will send him a summary of the letters under Brownson's revising and more learned inspiration.
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1848 Mar. 22
Legrand, Father F.:
Pont Breaux, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Leaving New Orleans on March 3, Legrand arrived at St. Martin the following Monday. Father (Louis) Dufour was absent and returned on Wednesday. Legrand was much frightened when Dufour told him that Father (F.) Zéler had left partisans who would turn against Legrand. However, Legrand left the next day for his post in Dufour's carriage accompanied by a young man who lives with Dufour. He was received coldly but sees that day by day he is gaining their confidence. He has set up catechism classes and Vespers. He has had 8 baptisms, most of them slaves. The renting of the pews on December 25 brought $360. He lives in the cabin just built and several families have offered his food. (He tells of) the subscription opened by Zéler, (mentions) Mr. Caillet and Mr. Bulliard, his brother-in-law, and gives details of the plans for the presbytery. Dufour thinks there is no need to hurry in blessing the new cemetery. His plans for the cemetery would use that at New Iberia as a model. A new church will be indispensable in a few years. Some of the ladies have told him they will take up a collection for the church.
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1848 Mar. 22
Timon, Bishop John:
Buffalo, (New York)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Timon left New York on Monday morning and was in Buffalo at 7 P.M. Tuesday, 30 hours! Rapid going, yet he is told it will soon be done in 24. If Blanc comes east by Cincinnati and through Buffalo it will be his speediest route. Father B(ernard?) O'Reilly came with him from Rochester. From Blanc's letter Timon finds that Bishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.) expects him; now Timon fears it will be quite out of his power to go. A crowd of duties press upon him. Odin wrote about Ursuline nuns from Canada; Timon has attended to it. The enclosed (no enclosure) came to Timon; he sends it to Blanc hoping that Odin may yet be with him. He sends it open so that Blanc may read it.
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1848 Mar. 23
(Blanc), Bishop Ant(hony):
On board the Luna
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
In two hours (Blanc) will disembark at Iberville, Father (Ennemond) Dupuy having notified Father (Victor) Jamey of his wish to have him come to help him. (Blanc) has decided to send Father (Moynihan) Moinyhan back to the city so that Rousselon can use him for any vacancy caused by Jamey's absence, using him or anyone else for St. Vincent. Jamey will return Wednesday or Tuesday. The young seminarian (Blanc) left at the house has asked for 2 or 3 days at the house in order to prepare to leave for St. Louis or elsewhere. (Blanc) confirmed 80 or 85 persons and gave Communion to 200.
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1848 Mar. 23
Zeller, Father F.:
Carrollton, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Zeller is told that the notary who is to go over the contract for their lots, cannot do so without a word from the Bishop. The agent forgot the six percent Zeller expected. Zeller asks Rousselon to find Mr. Stringer to reassure him about this or to get an explanation. Zeller insists on the clause that this will be for the Catholic congregation of Carrollton and that this land is never to be used except with the consent of the members of this congregation. He wishes to do away with all who hide their hatred of the Church under specious arguments.
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(1848 Mar. 24)
Blin, Father J.E.:
(Charenton, Louisiana)
to Bishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
He anticipates a little, the time when the chapel at Pat(t)erson will be finished, in order not to dampen the fervor of this little congregation. So he asks (Blanc) to authorize him to open it and bless it with the power of delegating a confrere if he invites one. At least, if (Blanc) cannot come himself. P.S. The Church of the (Immaculate) Conception will be ready for Easter but will not be painted by then.
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1848 Mar. 24
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The Magnolia has come up twice since (Chanche) wrote requesting information about the reception of Judge Montgomery's daughter in the convent and he has no answer. And not a word concerning Father (Blaise) Raho, (C.M.) or anyone else whose presence in Natchez may enable him to go to Europe. The Ex-Bishop (Celestin de la Hailandière) will have made his arrangements and gone. Father Bertin was in a hurry and if (Chanche) was not ready to start in the beginning of April, would leave him. Starting too late would prevent (Chanche) from taking advantage of the meeting of the Propagation. Father (J.M.) Paret is a little too diffident to speak but be understands and is a pretty apt scholar. (Chanche) will not say anything before the three months are past.
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1848 Mar. 25
Kenrick, Peter Richard, Abp-elect St. L.:
St. Louis, Missouri
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Kenrick communicated Purcell's letter to the Superior of the Sisters of St. Joseph with an earnest request that she would comply with the request it contained. She is unable to comply at present but would be glad to send a colony to Cincinnati whenever it would be in her power. Two weeks ago she reopened another establishment at Cahokia, Illinois. For some time she has been expecting Sisters from France but this is uncertain. Kenrick will inform Purcell when he sees that the Sisters are able to take on another establishment. There is likely to be a great deal of confusion in Europe with a probable cutting off of supplies. Kenrick has not yet received the allocation of last year and will be inconvenienced if it is not paid.
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(18)48 Mar. 26
Gallwey, R.S.H.J., Madame J.:
(Grand Coteau, Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (A. Pierre) Ladavière, (S.J.) has been confined to bed for 5 days with pleurisy occasioned by a fall; his horse took fright and upset the gig. The doctor and Father (John) Lefranc entertained doubt of his recovery. Although a little better it will be some time before he can resume his duties. Lefranc has four days a week devoted to Mass and instructions in the church, it is a real revival, or his instructions for First Communion. Father (J.?) Martin said Mass on Saturday. What are they to do. Mother (Maria) Cutts, (R.S.H.J.) is here. Mother Roman, (R.S.H.J.) has been very sick and some of the children are indisposed.
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1848 March 27
Bayley, Father J(ames) R(oosevelt):
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts
The Bishop (John Hughes) having resuscitated the "Freeman's Journal" from its weakened state, desires to put it into safe hands. He has authorized him to offer it to Brownson, out and out. It affairs are in good shape— no debt and a good clean list of subscribers. It would afford a clear income of 12 or 15 hundred dollars which Brownson might easily double. If Brownson thinks well of the proposal he can get more information later. The Bishop sends his best respects.
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1848 Mar. 27
Whelan, Father David:
Wheeling, Virginia
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
David is not surprised that Purcell should have grown weary of his continued requests for advice. This letter closes the matter. After much discussion and reflection, David and his brother, Bishop Richard Vincent Whelan, decided that David should go to Cincinnati if he felt that he could not be happy at Wheeling. David decided to go to Cincinnati but will remain to assist his brother during Holy Week. He will leave after Easter.
P.S. David will forward to Purcell's care his box of books and some clothing. If Purcell could find another priest to take David's place Bishop Whelan would be much pleased.
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1848 Mar. 28
Eyriès, Alex.:
Havre, (France)
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Eyriès sends the bill of lading of Captain Forster on the Rochall for a box of live plants for Father (Joseph) Cretin, vicar general of Dubuque.
V-5-i - A.L.S., Bill of Lading - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1848 Mar. 28
Lalumière, Father Simon P.:
Terre Haute, Indiana
to Bishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Lalumière introduces Mrs. Linton, a convert. She resides here but will be on a visit to New Orleans with her brother and a young lady.
V-5-i - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1848 Mar. 29
Francais, Father (Nicholas):
Abbeville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Francais came to Abbeville to find out, if he could, the necessary things here before leaving New Iberia. The longer Blanc puts off placing a priest here the more things will deteriorate. He intends to go tomorrow to New Iberia to look after his belongings in order to definitely leave Father (Julien) Priour by the fourth Sunday of Lent. It is impossible to see Father (Anthony Désiré) Mégret; he is so busy preserving the seat of justice in the town he founded. It seems that he has promised more than he can do and so has alienated the people of the parish. Here there is so much to do; neither the church nor presbytery are finished. He will live in the sacristy. Since God has called him at age 50 to found a new parish he hopes he will be given the means to succeed.
V-5-i - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {4}
1848 Mar. 30
Bayley, Father J(ames) R(oosevelt):
New York, (New York)
to Father Francis (P.) McFarland:
Watertown, N(ew) Y(ork)
The enclosed circular was prepared before the division of the diocese and is now sent with the approbation of Bishop (John McCloskey) of Albany. McFarland is to send, when he has time, a short account of the church, mission and any circumstances connected with the planting and growth of Catholicism in his part of the country.
(This is on a printed circular):1848 Jan. 26
Bayley, Father J(ames) R(oosevelt):
New York, (New York)
to Father Francis (P.) McFarland:
Watertown, N(ew) Y(ork)
Bishop (John Hughes) desires to preserve the history of the Church in the State and diocese. He has asked Bayley to send this circular to each clergyman on a mission and ask him to transmit information on these points: On the first Mass, first stations, first clergyman, benefactors, facts about the present clergyman, the present church, and traditions.
I-1-a - Printed circular with note A.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1848 Mar. 30
Miles, Richard Pius, Bp. of Nashville:
Nashville, Tennessee
to Bishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Miles wrote Purcell sometime ago requesting him to place in the hands of the father of Wm. Winters $30. Winters says there are yet $15 in Purcell's hands which he wishes him to give to his father. He also desires Purcell to tell his father that the reports of his going to be married are unfounded. From the sincerity of Winters Miles is induced to believe that his father has been deceived by some busybody. What has become of (Father Martin John) Spalding ? Miles heard nothing about him since he was nominated Coadjutor of Louisville and that he was going to Cincinnati to make a retreat. Miles asks Purcell to give him information on the subject.
II-4-k - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {3}
1848 Mar. 31
Paret, Father M(ichael) J(oseph):
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Paret had been waiting for Bishop (Anthony) Blanc to take his letter but now that it seems that Blanc no longer plans this trip, Paret decides to write now. What does (Rousselon) think of the prophets of France? When Charles X was driven from his throne he was represented as an evil caricature. Louis Philippe reigned 17 years. Will France be a republic? Will Henry V be recalled? It is time for France to resume her rank of sovereign; England's reign is past. Switzerland, which has given so great a scandal to the Catholic world, will be punished. A great thinker has said that Henry V is to be the instrument of God. P.S. Paret hopes that Rousselon will give Paret's letter no more importance than it deserves. Bishop (John Joseph) Chanche returned yesterday. Paret (recounts a story of a nightmare he had).
V-5-i - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {3}