1850 Nov. 1
Female (Orphan) Asylum:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $18.60 for milk. (Signed by) Sister Mary Irene, (S.C.).
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1850 Nov. 1
Lambert, Rich(ar)d:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $20 for one month's services as organist.
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1850 Nov. 2
Aimée:
(New Orleans, Louisiana?)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
It has been almost a year since she has written. What should she do in her position; leave her family and return to the convent? Her father and mother are old; she cannot hope to keep them long. She does not desire a return to the convent at present enough to ask for it. But she cannot say that she renounces the religious life. She asks Blanc if it is possible to be relieved(?) of her vow of poverty and obedience. Her letter is to be kept confidential; she has reasons for not wanting her Sisters to know about it.
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1850 Nov. 2
Maller, (C.M.), Father M(ariano):
Emmittsburg, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Maller received (Blanc)'s letter 2 or 3 days ago. They had already learned in a mysterious way that an important thing was lacking at the Asylum without counting the need of reinforcements. They have made arrangements whereby they can send Sister (Francis) Regis, (S.C.) back. There are 3 Sisters (of Charity) at Baton Rouge; they intend to send all to New Orleans, 2 to the Asylum and the other to the hospital. But (Blanc) must consent to let Maller withdraw the Sisters from Baton Rouge; they cannot maintain the school there. By a letter just received from Father (Jean Baptiste) Etienne, (C.M.) Maller must announce that the novitiate at Donaldsonville is to be discontinued. Etienne sees things just as Maller does and even goes him one better. Maller hopes (Blanc) will not oppose it. Maller will begin at once on (Blanc)'s suggestion about the seminary. He is going to write to Father (A.) Gandolfo, (C.M.) about the Sisters' confessions.
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1850 Nov. 2
Purcell, Father Edw(ard):
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Purcell takes advantage of the departure of the Sisters of Charity to acknowledge Blanc's kindness in paying the amount of Mrs. Gorman's notes. As Sister Regina (Smith, S.C.) is in debt here, Sister (Mary) Margaret, (S.C.) sends her an order to pay Blanc $215. About 100 of this was paid by Father Rousselon for wine. If at any time Blanc should advance money on Purcell's account, Purcell will always pay.
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1850 Nov. 2
Glajeux, Berard des,:
Paris, (France)
to Bishop Peter P(aul) Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
The Central Councils of Paris and Lyon have delayed the allocation of the sums collected and to be collected by the Association for the Propagation of the Faith for 1850. The estimated receipts are so uncertain that the Councils have judged it prudent to proceed as they did last year and not to announce to the heads of the missions a figure which will be assigned only eventually and to restrict themselves to distribute a fraction of it in proportion to the amount in the treasury. Deprived this year of the supplement which was proffered last year, the reserve from the receipts of 1848, they are forced to reduce the amount of the allocations. They hasten to place at Lefevere's disposal the sum of 2200 francs for the Diocese of Detroit. This letter is signed by Glajeux as president of the Propagation and also by Choiselat Gallien as treasurer, who adds in a postscript that Lefevere will find enclosed a draft form for the 2200 francs.
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1850 Nov. 3
Chambost, Father C(harles):
Jackson, L(ouisia)na
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
N(ew) O(rleans), L(ouisia)na
Rousselon is to give Mr. Larate the 150 piastres of subscriptions and the plan of the church which Chambost needs as soon as possible. Larate will return immediately to Jackson to help Chambost and set up a little dye and dry cleaning shop.
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(1850 Nov. 4)
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Nat(chez, Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Chanche) sends on the other page the petition of Mr. Lambert for an orphan boy. Their child is a boy, who would be the companion of the orphan. Should he be sent Blanc is to direct him to Father (Blaise) Raho, (C.M.); (Chanche) will probably be away. (Chanche) wrote to request that Blanc let him know if any vessel was going from New Orleans to Havre or Nantes, that he might send one of his "Bonnes" over to France. He would like some lady on board.
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1850 Nov. 4
Lambert, William:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to
The Managers of the Male Orphan AsylumNew Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Do they have a boy that would like to obtain a situation; Lambert has but one child. Lambert promises to train him in his own business as a storekeeper and give him a good education. He would like the boy to be 12 or 14, a good disposition, and an entire orphan.
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1850 Nov. 4
Collins, P.G.:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(new Orleans, Louisiana)
Mrs. Collins, being in a delicate state of health and under the impression that she cannot survive very long, wishes to place under the charge of the Ursuline Convent, a niece, Lucinda Collins. She wishes to see the Lady Superior and desires a letter of introduction from Blanc.
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1850 Nov. 4
Feehan, D. K.:
Toronto, (Canada)
to Orestes A. Brownson:
Montreal, (Canada)
He is to blame for not writing Brownson further after having invited him to lecture in Montreal. The authorities in the diocese shrank from the responsibilities which might result from introducing a course of lectures upon Catholic subjects in Toronto. Feehan thinks the hostile spirit is exaggerated. But the authorities declined to sanction the lectures. But when the Bishop arrived, he expressed a desire to have Brownson come to Toronto to lecture frequently. The Bishop will write to Brownson to make arrangements.
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(18)50 Nov. 4
Martin, Father Aug(uste):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received (Blanc)'s circular on the eve of All Saints with the little letter attached. The Propagateur announcing his return to the city arrived by the same mail. Following (Blanc)'s instructions, Father (Isidore) Cuny will go to the retreat. Martin plans to make a little trip in the spring. Father (John F.) Cambiaso, (S.J.) will have told (Blanc) the result of his trip. The founding of a college here by the (Jesuits) is only a matter of time. The prospect of its opening has been the final blow to their miserable public schools. The convent is making considerable growth and Madame (T.) Landry, (R.S.C.J.) talks of building. Madame (Aloysia) Hard(e)y, (R.S.C.J.)'s leaving did not have the bad effect the Superior feared, but it is urgent that she be replaced, and that helpers be sent. For All Saints Martin heard 125 to 130 confessions, Cuny at least 30. The repair and interior decorating of the church, begun two months ago, is going forward. Next year Martin will see to the exterior. He has bought Father (Roman) Pascual, (C.M.)'s house; repairs will cost over 200 piastres. He has also spent 100 piastres for repairs to the presbytery. More and more he sees the necessity of the erection of an episcopal see here. He would like to settle all these acquisitions and repairs before going somewhere to seek a little rest. He has just received a letter from Father (Louis C.M.) Chambodut, who says he wishes more than ever to be at Natchitoches. Martin has invited him to leave that side of the Sabine and come to stay with Martin during Cuny's absence. It was by (Blanc)'s signature that Martin learned of (Blanc)'s promotion to the archiepiscopacy.
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1850 Nov. 4
Mégret, Father A(nthony) D(ésiré):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mégret has just married Dr. Jules Gouguet(?) and Rosa Petit. Blanc knows about their scandalous living together for almost 4 years. Last week the doctor obtained a legal divorce. He came to Mégret and assured him that he had been married only by the mayor, in France, at his first marriage and not in the Church. He asked Mégret to bless his second marriage. They both prepared by going to confession and the doctor publicly asserted that he had not been married in the Church at his first marriage. Mégret's church is all enclosed(?); tomorrow they begin the extension.
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1850 Nov. 5
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Portier) introduces Father A. Doyle whom he had favorably known in the diocese of Charleston where he was much esteemed. He has met with some vicissitudes and has resided for some time at the north. Since more than 3 months that Doyle has lived near (Portier) he has nothing but praise for Doyle. (Portier) hopes Blanc can place him with a good priest.
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1850 Nov. 6
Portier, Michael, Bp. of Mobile:
Mobile, Alabama
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He is glad that Purcell will be in Mobile on the 8th of December. He congratulates Purcell on his new dignity.
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1850 Nov. 7
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Chanche) had not yet started when Blanc's note came to Father (Blaise) Raho, (C.M.). (Chanche) starts today. He has requested Raho to send this woman down to New Orleans; he will direct her to Sister Irene, (S.C.). If Blanc has any correspondent in Havre who would send her to Rennes, (Chanche) would be obliged if Blanc would give her a letter to that effect. She will have money to pay her expenses from Havre to Rennes. (Chanche) hopes to be with Blanc in December.
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1850 Nov. 7
Delany, Father P.G. St. Mary's:
(Pawtucket, Rhode Island)
He certifies to a copy of the records of a marriage between John Fallon and Mary McEnery, witnessed by Peter Conafrey and his wife Bridget and Bernard Leonard (performed by) S. Macnamee. (In the Bishop Francis P. McFarland papers.)
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(18)50 Nov. 7
Praz, R.S.C.J., Madame A(nnette):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
This evening the Community goes into retreat; she thanks (Blanc) for his letter. She also received the two altar stones. Father (George) Blackney, (S.J.) could not begin the retreat on Tuesday because of the confusion of carpenters, plasterers, painters, etc. in the house. The church was finished last night. Madame Mathilda Hardey, (R.S.C.J.) has been here for two weeks and is to leave for New York on the 14th. Hardey has been replaced at Natchitoches by Madame Barry, (R.S.C.J.), an English teacher; a coadjutor Sister accompanied her. They have not yet seen Madame Freret, (R.S.C.J.); there is no way to get out of Grand Coteau just now. As a consequence, Father (Vital) Gilles, (S.J.) has not yet returned to St. Michael. Thanks to (Blanc) they have not lacked for Mass since vacation; if (Blanc) had not pleaded the cause of Father (John Francis) Abbadie, (S.J.) they probably would have had more than one sacrifice. All are well here. The three weeks of vacation have been a great boon. There are only 5 children left; their orphans are well.
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1850 Nov. 8
(Eccleston), Archbishop Samuel:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. Murphy, the printer, at the suggestion of a number of prelates, wishes to publish all the P(rovincial) Councils together. The delay, (Eccleston) thought, might be obviated by addressing to each Bishop a synopsis of the modifications required by the Holy See.
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1850 Nov. 8
Eccleston, Samuel, Archbishop of:
Baltimore, Maryland
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
As (John) Murphy, the printer, wishes to publish all the P(rovincial) Councils together, Eccleston thought that the inconvenience attending the delay might be to a certain extent obviated by addressing to each Bishop a synopsis of the modifications required by the Holy See. (A copy of the changes, in Latin, is enclosed.)
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1850 Nov. 9
Kenrick, Bishop Francis Patrick:
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He places at Brownson's disposal an article in reply to the "Review." He is delighted at the prospect of Brownson's visit and lectures. Brownson is his guest by special arrangement, but that he must write precisely when they may expect him, as the room must be engaged long before, to secure a place for the lectures. He would also like Brownson to state at what intervals he wishes to deliver them. He will try to get him a good audience through the influence of friends.
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1850 Nov. 9
Kenrick, Peter Richard, Abp. St. Louis:
Mt. Washington, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Kenrick would be happy to comply with Purcell's request but he must return to St. Louis immediately. Will Purcell tell the Rev. Vicar Apostolic of Santa Fe (John Lamy) the cuase of his declining to assist at his consecration? Kenrick offers his congratulations on the elevation of Cincinnati. (A letter from Biship (Martin) J. Spalding of Louisville is written on the same sheet)
Spalding thanks Purcell for his kind invitation. Spalding will be in Cincinnati for Bishop Lamy's consecration.
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1850 Nov. 9
Grandeler, Father (Christopher):
Cleveland, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Grandeler has followed Purcell's advice given him at Zanesville. He is in Cleveland at the home of Bishop (Louis Amadeus Rappe) who asks only a good word from Purcell and he will care for Grandeler. At the beginning of September he left Zanesville and his cousin. He asks that his papers be sent to Rappe.
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(1850 Nov. 9)
Legrand, Father F.:
(Pont Breaux, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(Ouisian)a
Legrand received Rousselon's letter day before yesterday. While waiting to see Father (James Fontbonne, Legrand wrote him today to take the step Rousselon advised and which Legrand was about to take himself. He has never told Fontbonne that he was certain Fontbonne had talked about him. He simply said that a word he had heard at the bishop's house had raised some doubts in his regard. Legrand interpreted this word badly; he recognises his error and asks Fontbonne's pardon. Legrand would like to go to the retreat, also his confrere, but navigation is difficult.
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1850 Nov. 10
Conway, Marie:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
A receipt for 15 piastres for the hire of Clarrisse.
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1850 Nov. 11
Dupuy, Father Enn(emond):
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
About 10 of the inhabitants have sought to intimidate Dupuy. On the 9th six men, including two levee commissioners came and wrote an ordinance which they said would be posted in the newspaper and different other public places. Dupuy told them he would protest the use of his name in this affair. It seems they have begun to take seriously the propositions Dupuy made them. 1. That the Catholics make the levee at their expense. 2. If they sell the land, will they lose the priest. 3. If they make a donation to the church authorities, Dupuy will make the levee at his expense. The first shocks them; the second embarrasses them, the third seems to make them smile. It seems from what Dupuy hears that they are going to cede the land to Blanc. They assure him that even old Simon is now the engineer of the scheme to cede the land. But nothing of the plan has taken place. He believes Blanc would do well to send his power of attorney.
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1850 Nov. 11
Leach, George C.:
Ware, (Massachusetts)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Chelsea, Mass(achusetts)
He has done nothing for his physical welfare save to send a petition to St. Joseph. He has just finished a dialogue between his former self as a universalist and his present self as a Catholic. It is a perfect annihilation of his old heresy. Universalism finds not less a condemnation in the scriptures than in the Church. He is surprised at the facility with which he accomplished his work. Since becoming a Catholic he has not read the scriptures much. But on recurring to them he has been quite overcome with their beauty. They are instinct with Catholicity. He may be in Chelsea soon and he asks if he may occupy Brownson's study for awhile.
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1850 Nov. 12
Courtin, Louis J.:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rous(s)elon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Courtin takes advantage of his father's going, to write to thank Rous(s)elon for placing him here. He is doing his best to study. If God calls him to be a priest, he will do his will. If not, he will do what he can. He does not think Rous(s)elon will have anything to regret.
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1850 Nov. 12
Martin, Father Aug(uste):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Isidore) Cuny is getting ready to go down to the city for the retreat. Martin cannot let him go without giving good testimony of his conduct here. He has lost much of his indiscreet language and self-complacency which often embarrassed Martin in the beginning. He is Zealous and regular. Mother(T.) Landry, (R.S.C.J.) is in distress. Madame (Maria) Cutts, (R.S.C.J.) promised her some new teachers. Not only has she not sent them but Cutts has just said that Landry could get out of the affair as best she could. It is impossible to go on this way. The boarding school, 10 months ago had only 24 girls; today there are 54, plus the half boarders, 70 in all. It is as much as at Grand Coteau plus the free school which takes one teacher. The burden is too heavy for the 3 or 4 assigned to teach. The parents complain. A week ago, Martin did not have time or space to inform Blanc about what he had agreed with Father (John F.) Cambiaso, (S.J.) about the buildings and land for the founding of a College. When he makes the first payment, due August 6, 1851, he will put the sale in Cambiaso's name as president of the Catholic Association. The first payment is assured by the $800 deposited with A. Deblieux in Martin's name and $200 which Madame Landry is to pay at that time for his services at the convent. In the meantime he has left Cambiaso in his will, the one property with a mortgage of $2000 and the $800 deposit. For the second payment, August 1852, if the college is open, and he believes it probable, perhaps they will take the debt; otherwise, Martin will borrow to pay it. If Blanc does not come in the spring, Martin will go to the city and put the title of Father (Roman) Pascual, (C.M.)'s little property in Blanc's name. Martin bought it, payable October, (18)51 and (18)52, $100 each time. He will be afraid of these responsibilities if all the years are like this one. The fees have been nil; marriages and baptisms hardly $100. His $850 is very little, having to board 2 men and feed his assistant's horse. Next year will be better; the cotton crop is good. He has no buying or big repairs.
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1850 Nov. 12
Poincy, D. and C(ompany)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $25. (Signed by) A. Dufeye.
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1850 Nov. 13
Chavaete, Father P.S.(?):
Woumen, (Belgium)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It was with great sadness that he received in (Blanc)'s letter of September 29, the news of the death of Father (Peter Francis) Beauprez. In Beauprez's last letter he seemed very happy in his new post. Chavaete told Beauprez's family. Chavaete was surprised that (Blanc) wrote that he did not have Beauprez's will, as he had written a holograph in triplicate. One was to be deposited with (Blanc), one with Chavaete, and the third he kept in his portfolio. This is what Chavaete finds on the envelope of the original deposited with him March 25, 1849. As soon as Chavaete received (Blanc)'s letter as executor, he opened the will he had. He saw that (Blanc) is the universal heir and executor. Chavaete also notified Beauprez's agent at Bruges. In Belgium, Beauprez has 8 small houses which could be sold for 10,000 francs; also an income of 1000 francs at 4 per cent interest. He has two houses which rent for 600 francs a year and 2000 francs in cash. As the will states that a thousand Masses are to be said for Beauprez, Chavaete will arrange for these. There will be a delay for a year here because of a law about estates of those who die in America. Chavaete suggests that the 1000 piastres to be given to the poor be placed in his hands for distribution. About a year ago Beauprez gave him full authorization to buy a small farm in order to build a hospice which Blanc mentions in his letter. If Blanc will give him the required authorization, Chaevete will sell the property destined for his family. No one here knows the contents of the will. After Blanc writes a second time, Chaevete will reply and give him all possible information.
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1850 Nov. 13
Guth, Father F.:
Buffalo, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Guth recommends Mr. Davis, the bearer, whose health obliges him to leave for a warmer climate. He is a nephew of the late Mr. Whelan.
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1850 (Nov. 14)/1850 Nov. 7
De Armas, Octave:
New Orleans, Louisiana
By virtue of an order on November 5 by the Third Court of the District, on petition of Archbishop Anthony Blanc, as executor of the late Father Peter Francis Beauprez estate, that an inventory be made, De Armas was appointed to take the inventory, with Aimé Willoz and Arthur de Armas as appraisers and Alexis Robert as attorney for the absent heirs. Before De Armas and witnesses, signing below, appeared Armand Pitot, attorney and counsel for Blanc, now absent from the city, executor for Beauprez who died at Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in August, 1850; Théodore Ryon, businessman and agent for Beauprez; Robert, Willoz, and Arthur de Armas. They proceeded with the inventory. Ryon declared that Beauprez's estate consisted of a lot in Toulouse Street with a house; bank stocks and other stocks, cash, a sum of 1700 piastres, out at interest, and papers in a deposit box at the Bank of Louisiana. Ryon promised to furnish a detailed account, to be attached. The inventory is to be continued tomorrow. Jules Bermudez and Felix de Armas, as witnesses after reading (the above), sign with those who appeared.
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1850 Nov. 8
De Armas, Octave:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Pitot, Robert, Willoz, and Arthur de Armas appeared before Octave. The two appraisers gave a detailed account of the Toulouse Street property, across from the Association Consolidée on Royal Street and on Bourbon Street, across from the house of Widow Ursin Durel. They valued it at $6500. This property was acquired at a sheriff's sale, March 1, 1847 in the lawsuit of Guy Dreux versus Didier Dreux. (Appraisal of the bank stock and other stock, a description of the cash on hand and papers in the deposit box are given here. The same persons sign this second document as those who signed the first one).
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1850 Nov. 14
De Armas, Octave:
New Orleans, Louisiana
There appeared before De Armas, Archbishop Blanc, Robert, and Ryon. Ryon gave two different balances of the accounts between him and Beauprez, up to November 1, annexed to this document. Ryon said that Beauprez, in one of his last letters, had commissioned him to collect $87 due from Edmond Grace of Bayou Grasse, as the balance of the price of a slave he had sold Grace. The proof of this debt is in the hands of A. Provosty, lawyer at Pointe Coupée. The inventory was closed. A recap (is given of the value of the estate. All sign.) This is a true copy of the original.
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(18)50 Nov. 14
Irene, (S.C.), Sister Mary:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
After Blanc left this morning, Sister sent for Adele De Buys but she was not home. Their dear good Margaret (Haughery?) is going to leave them in case there is a union of Fairs. She says "she thought Bishop Blanc had more feeling for her." Slaving from 3 in the morning till 7 or 8 at night, she thought she was doing a great deal. She says Blanc may look out for other support; she has worked long enough without thanks for this asylum but to think of working for another establishment, she will not adhere to. To let her go would be to leave the children without bread; to join the Fair of the other house will cause her to leave. The Sisters (of Charity) think it is one of the most unreasonable things ever heard of. Emily could not sanction a union if it rested with her to decide. To spend 2 or 3 weeks trying to influence the Ladies for their own establishment and then turn around and beg them to work for another not connected, would not do. If Emily were with the boys, she would work hard for them. As she is with the girls, she must work for them. She thinks seeing the boys and girls united would not be sanctioned by their Superiors, after the New York business. Margaret is so incensed that Emily can do nothing with her. And Blanc knows the confidence reposed in her and the respect and esteem entertained for her. Emily little thought when making the effort to pay off the debts that she would meet with opposition. There is not a single being on whom Emily can call. Emily wants Blanc's advice.
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1850 Nov. 15
Briscoe, Martha:
Richmond, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Ever since her return from the convent, it has been her intention to address Blanc. When she called on Blanc and expressed her desire to enter the Ursuline Convent, she entered the first day of August and confidently hoped that she was entering for life. Her residence there was one of happiness but her health failing, they could not receive her. She returned to her friends in obedience to the request of the Mother Superior although she felt her vocation was that of a religious. She has been with her friends for four weeks; they are all Protestants. There is no Catholic priest in this parish and it is 30 miles to the nearest church. They have commenced a church at Milliken's Bend on the Mississippi River. That is 10 miles from here, but they have no priest. She has 7 children learning their catechism with her and one lady has requested her to commence teaching her. Can not Blanc send them a priest? Briscoe has been a Catholic not six months. Now she is deprived of every privilege. Being poor and dependent on her brother's kindness, she cannot go to be with her church for a few days. If she can go to New Orleans at Christmas, she will receive Confirmation. Then she hopes to go to the Convent at Mobile and she believes the Ursulines will give her all the assistance they can for admittance at Mobile. Although raised a Protestant of the strictest kind, she had never seen religious devotion practised with such purity of intention. Her health was the only impediment. The Mother Superior and Father (Cyril) Delacroix advised her return home. Blanc is to tell her if he thinks it proper to go to Mobile; also whether he can send a priest here. P.S. Her address in Mrs. M. Briscoe, care of John T. Mason.
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1850 Nov. 15
(Charbonnel), Bishop Arm(an)d:
Toronto, (Canada)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Charbonnel) introduces Mr. Allard, a Frenchman, who came to Canada on business and who goes to New Orleans on a visit. (Charbonnel) congratulates Blanc on being elevated to an archdiocese. P.S. He asks to be remembered to Father Rousselon.
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1850 Nov. 15
Sophopoian Society
Saint Joseph College
Bardston, (Ky.)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Brownson is admitted to this society by merit of his writings.
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1850 Nov. 15
Fransoni, J(ames) Ph(ilip) Card. Pref.:
Sacra Congregatio de Propaganda
Fide, Rome, Italy
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Purcell probably knows that the Provincial superior of the Dominicans has asked the Sacred Congregation about the annual pension which was imposed on them by the apostolic letter of Pope Leo XII to be paid to the Bishop of Cincinnati. The Sacred Congregation has decided that there are not sufficient reasons for taking away the pension. For the rest Fransoni writes to Purcell to give him the decision of the Congregation and at the same time inquire further into the economic condition of the diocese as well as the economic condition of the Dominican province. Signed by Msgr. Al. Barnabo, as secretary.
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1850 Nov. 15
Jourdant, S.J., Father Ant(hony) J.:
(Grand Coteau, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Jourdant congratulates (Blanc) on his new dignity. After what (Blanc) told Father (Aloysius) Roccofort, (S.J.), Jourdant is going to ask (Blanc) to settle the difference between Father (Anthony Désiré Mégret) Meygret and the (Jesuits). As it is only a matter of interpreting Bishop Dubourg's ordinance which set the limits of St. Charles parish; the shortest way would be to have arbiters named on both sides to explain it. Jourdant asks (Blanc) to name for their side, Zénon Broussard and Louis Richard. If Meygret would name two, an arrangement could be made. Then there would no longer be the difficulty for them to give a surety-bond to officiate in the civil parish of Lafayette as it would be understood that the religious division of the parishes does not coincide with that of the Judicial districts. (Blanc) knows the difficulties with marriages since they can no longer have licenses from the judge at Lafayette. Jourdant is enclosing the original of the faculty sent for the erection of the Way of the Cross. It is dated October 14 instead of September 14. He asks that it be corrected and returned. He also asks for the letters of ordination for Darius Hubert and Théobald Butler. Two years ago, when (Blanc) visited them, Hubert received minor orders; at his last visit he received the three sacred orders and Butler received tonsure and minor orders. The reopening of school is drawing near; Jourdant asks (Blanc)'s prayers for their house and its president.
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(18)50 Nov. 15
Praz, R.S.C.J., Madame A(nnette):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
She takes advantage of Father (George) Blackney, (S.J.)'s leaving to send news of Blanc's daughters who are in paradise today, the last day of retreat. The exercises were all one could desire. Praz begs to recall to Blanc what she told him about Laure Forstall. She has heard that Laure is planning to return. Praz asks Blanc to do the impossible to persuade Mrs. P. Forstall to decide to keep her daughter. Praz fears being obliged to send her away later. Father (Vital) Gilles, (S.J.) has not yet returned. However, they have had two of their order from Grand Coteau; one, Madame Riley will have her two years of novitiate on the 8th of next month. Mother (Maria) Cutts, (R.S.C.J.) has written that Praz is to have her take her vows. Blanc is to appoint some one to examine the novice. Everyone is well. There are only 10 days until their pupils return.
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1850 Nov. 15
Sophopoian Society Saint Joseph College
Bardston, (Ky.)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
()
Brownson is admitted to this society by merit of his writings.
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1850 Nov. 16
(Blanc), Ant(hony) Abp. elect New Orleans:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The sisters he hears arrived today and are at the Charity hospital with Sister Regina and Miss Lopes. He thinks it funny that he should begin his letter with a return of the compliments that Purcell has just given him on his nomination to be archbishop. Purcell has said that he is going to Rome and invited temptation will be strong in the spring but his affairs will not permit his yielding. According to the New York papers Bishop (John) Hughes has embarked for Europe that day. Blanc does not think Hughes will make a long stay in Europe. He hopes that Hughes will bring his pallium with him, presuming that it will be sent from Rome to the Nuncio at Paris. This delay is not agreable and will result in other occupations to be given to his neighboring bishops. Next month he will have to call on one to ordain a priest, and expects to do this on the occasion of the bishops return from the consecration of the superb cathedral at Mobile. Blanc expects to see Purcell at the consecration and is sure that Bishop (Michael) Portier also expects him. Portier expects the Archbishop (Samuel Eccleston) but Blanc thinks he will be disappointed. Rome seems embarrassed to speak on the Primacy, especially if it be true that the Archbishop of Santo Domingo is named primate of the Americas. Blanc agrees with Purcell on the subject of the Cardinal's letter to the Archbishop on the primacy of Baltimore. He thinks that Rome is 'gilding the pill', if not by refusing at least by delaying the primacy. Blanc thinks Rome should give him the Archbishop the right to convoke the next council under the title of Legate of the Holy See, and give him the primacy then if desirable. As to Bishop (John) Lamy when he comes he will be treated as a friend although Blanc can do no more. Blanc thinks that the journey by way of St. Louis would be shorter than that by way of New Orleans to Santa Fe, although he would have to wait until spring. He would not advise even Purcell to go to Europe by way of New Orleans. The boats are not good and the passage rough. It is also more expensive to go by boat to New York than by river and also rougher. But if Purcell is going to Europe he would like to come and see him and asks that he come for Dec. 8th, if this letter gets there in time. P.S. He acknowledges a letter from Father Edward Purcell.
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1850 Nov. 16
Byrne, D.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License granted to Father (Lawrance) Kupfer to marry Louis Rein and Anna Maria Steffard. (On the back, in another hand) Louis Rein, son of Joseph Rein and Madeleine Neuner of France; Anne Marie Steffen, daughter of Joh(n) Adam Steffen and Marie Ursule Hopp, Bavaria.
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(18)50 Nov. 16
Irene, (S.C.), Sister Mary:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Blanc's letter came just at the time of Confession and Emily could not attend to a reply. Poor Margaret (Haughery?) is really down. She thinks Fathers (Stephen) Rousselon and (Angelo) Mascaroni are the only two clergymen who seem to have any feeling for her. She heard that Mr. Ra(e)sch told one of the writers of the Picayune that she told Ra(e)sch that "we never paid for either bread or meat; that we were well off, with money in the bank." Sister is told that Mr. Daquin is hurt because she did not give the names of the Ladies who were going to keep tables at the girls' Fair. Sister did not give them because she could not think of all. She suggests that Blanc encourage the repetition of "Stabat Mater" for the benefit of the boys exclusively. A thousand or two dollars may be realized from it. From their friend, Cha(rle)s Macready, the managers may have learned a lesson as regards tickets, etc. If their Fair should fail they have nothing to depend on but Mr. Curto's exertions. They can have it at St. Patrick's and Emily will have it at their own little church. Emily wants Blanc to let her know what he would deem prudent so that Father (John Peter) Bellier can give word to Curto. Blanc will see by the package Emily sends herewith, what method to pursue regarding the poor creature who was bearer of the letters from (?) Natchez. It is impossible for Emily to keep her; sister has neither room nor bed. Sister M(ary) Ellen, (S.C.) was quite sick today again. Another child died of cholera on Thursday.
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1850 Nov. 16
Smith, (S.C.), Sister Regina:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
The sisters of (Dolores) Lopez have just arrived. Regina sends two letters which they brought. She thought of keeping Lopez until Monday when she would go down to the convent with her but if Blanc thinks it better she will take her down tomorrow morning. After 3, Regina will take J.(?) Barnabas to the asylum and will show that institution to Miss Lopez.
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(18)50 Nov. 17
Dartigues, A.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $8 for oats, bran, and hay.
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1850 Nov. 17
Raviol, Father J(ohn) F.:
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Raviol regrets not being able to come to the retreat because of the departure of Father (H.) Thirion. There are many sick and many deaths. Last year he made a retreat in France in his former diocese and saw many friends. He had wanted to do the same at New Orleans.
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1850 Nov. 17
Smith, S.C., Sister Regina:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On her return from the convent, Sister found a letter from Mother, who says that before this letter reaches her the Bishop will have received Father (Mariano) Maller, (C.M.)'s letter concerning Baton Rouge, etc. Mother hopes that Sister Emily, (S.C.) will leave immediately with the 8 children; Sister Laurentia, (S.C.) is to return to Regina; Sisters Emily, (S.C.) and Rosina, (S.C.) are for the Asylum; the former is to visit Mother first. Maller has given up coming south and west for some time yet. Regina asks (Blanc) to request that Laurentia not be sent back to her. Laurentia had not got the better of that foolish affection for Regina when she was here in August. Regina has spoken to no one of Baton Rouge as she supposes (Blanc) would like to be prepared to replace the Sisters (of Charity) there before the news is known. Mother alluded to Sister Irene, (S.C.)'s bad health, etc. Regina can pay (Blanc) that money tomorrow as she has to draw on the Louisiana Bank for $80 of it.
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1850 Nov. 18
Cavenagh, Morgan:
Springfield, Illinois
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He sends in Blanc's care, $15 to pay the passage of a friend who is to arrive in New Orleans from Ireland with Father Thomas Ho(a)re. Her name is Elisabeth Corcoran. P.S. Cavenagh was advised to send this to Blanc by their pastor Father p. Conlan.
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1850 Nov. 18
Chandy, C.M., Father (John):
Cape Girardeau, (Missouri)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chandy has just received a letter from Father (Hector) Figari, (C.M.) in which he says Rousselon has received $300 for Chandy. Rousselon's protégé (Louis) Courtin is a charming boy; Rousselon can tell his father he is doing well. Chandy hopes to see Rousselon again some time and perhaps before that to send him some products of the "Great West."
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1850 Nov. 18
Lecquet(?), Paul:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to Father (Lawrence?) Kupfer to marry Daniel Shauld and Anna Maria Richard.(On the back of the License, in another hand) Daniel Schaedl, son of Adam (Schaedl) and Caroline Schaedl, Catholic, nee Waizen; and Anna Maria Reichert, widow of John Kuhn, daughter of Francois Reichert and Appallonie Fieischbein.
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1850 Nov. 18
Roduit, S.J., Father Jos(eph):
Grand Coteau,(Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Roduit asks for a dispensation for Sosthène Lagrange and Julie Stelly.
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(18)50 Nov. 20
Emily, (S.C.), Sister:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Blanc's letter came but sister knows nothing of the breaking up of their schools (Sisters of Charity). Father (Mariano) Maller, (C.M.) promised a music teacher when he was here. Almost all their music scholars are gone and Sister cannot get a word from Maller or Mother. If they have to leave, Sister thinks Blanc can get the (Religious) of the Sacred Heart or others who would be glad to get it and the Jesuits would be pleased to have them. Sister will be sorry if Blanc has to sell the house.
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(18)50 Nov. 20
Irene, (S.C.), Sister Mary:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sister has understood that the managers of the Boys' Asylum intend dividing whatever there may be made tonight at the Oratorio between their own and the free school for boys. Blanc is not to let any of the proceeds be offered to the (Female Orphan Asylum). It was proposed for the boys exclusively. Mr. Layton mentioned their intention to several of their friends who are opposed to a division. (Sister Mary) Margaret, (S.C.) is strongly opposed to it.
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1850 Nov. 21
(Henni), Bishop John Martin:
Milwaukee, (Wisconsin)
to Archbishop Anth(ony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
(Henni) congratulates Blanc on his new dignity. (Henni) received Blanc's letters, by the latter of which he was glad to hear that Blanc had found the copy of Father (Peter Francis) Beauprez's will. (Henni) can do no more concerning the codicil. Father Edw(ard) Putnam who wrote the same at Beauprez's request almost 12 hours before he expired, is the only witness. Putnam is now in the diocese of Boston. The lawyer here says that as the codicil concerns real estate it is subject to the laws of that state where it lies. In (Henni)'s favor are the certain will and bond of the testator and one witness. Inclosed is the certificate of Beauprez's death (no enclosure). Had (Henni) not been adsent so much in the last two months, he would have forwarded it sooner. P.S. All right with regard to the exeat of Father (Ma. Francis) Mazzuchelli; it is well for him to remain in his native city, Milan. Should (Henni) send the copy of the will left in his portfolio? (Henni) would not break the seal, thus he knows nothing of how the deceased disposed of his estate.
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1850 Nov. 21
Carriere, (S.S.), Father (Joseph):
Paris, (France)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
Carriere sends his congratulations to Purcell as archbishop. Carriere received in September 148 fr. for Father (Louis Joseph) de Goesbriand. Mr.Guitter gave 136 fr. 50 c. in July. Nothing has come from Bishop (Louis Amadeus) Rappe except 2000 fr. twice; as to the third, Mr. (Charles) Choiselat not only has received no information but does not wish to reimburse Carriere. Carriere has not been able to pay the book dealer. Purcell does well to not believe the news of his death. It is time to enjoy his pallium which at this moment is at their house. It was one of their students. Mr. welch of Boston who went to Rome before returning to America, who received from Propagande the palliums destined for the United States. He was to sail from Liverpool for Boston on November 20 and he will bring his deposit, except the one for the bishop of New York who is to arrive in France next week, according to Father (Gilbert) Raymond of Baltimore who was just in Carrier's room. The United States will be represented at their feast not only by Father (Louis Regis) Deluol and Raymond but by one of Purcell's neighbors, Bishop (Modeste Demers) of Vancouver who is in Paris now. Purcell's young candidates are fine. Young (Daniel) Hallinan was much distressed by the death of his brother. He is a charming young man. Carriere closes the letter to go to sing High Mass after which the Archbishop of Paris will receive the renewal of their clerical promises.
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(18)50 Nov. 21
Praz, R.S.C.J., Madame A(nnette):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She thanks (Blanc) for his letter and for his advice about Laure (Forstall). They will profit by the lesson for another occasion. Last Tuesday Placide Forstall came to talk about his two daughters and to find out why they did not wish to take Laure, adding that (Blanc) had advised him to send her to Mobile. Praz explained Laure's conduct last year and that they could not in conscience keep pupils who wronged others by their bad spirit, insubordination, etc. Forstall seemed to understand but made so many entreaties that Praz let him have a ray of hope. He himself made the condition: if Laure does not give more satisfaction, he will withdraw her immediately. After (Blanc)'s letter Praz saw that it is in keeping with what (Blanc) told Mrs. Forstall. Everyday new requests are sent in; today they sent out 4 prospectuses.
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1850 Nov. 21
Brunemann, O.S.F., Father J(oseph):
Newark, (New Jersey)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Brunemann asks to be excused for his delay in writing because of labor and poor health. He congratulates Purcell on having been raised to an archbishop. He asks for a dispensation for a marriage. Since he was in Cincinnati he has received seven into the Church, erected a school for the English and Germans lest they be corrupted by others and lost. The church in Jersey is erected but not entirely completed. During the cholera he lost only one of the faithful.
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1850 Nov. 23
Mégret, Father A(nthony) D(ésiré):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The work of his church prevents him from going to the retreat. He has not yet been able to settle Father (Julien) Priour's debts. All Mégret's debtors can only pay in April and Judge Simon, who has Mégret's note, wants only money. Blanc once proposed buying Mégret's negress; she is an excèllent cook. He would send her at once and is sure she would be very happy at his house and in the city. He would give her for $600 and Blanc could pay Priour. Suzanne is not dear at that price; he has been offered more.
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1850 Nov. 24
Lèveque, R.S.C.J., Madame (Louisa):
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Her Superior being indisposed and not wishing to defer her reply about Baton Rouge any longer, has asked Lèveque to tell (Blanc) that she cannot respond to his wishes as she has recently given her word to New Iberia which will probably open in March. Everything is going well, especially since their excellent retreat.
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1850 Nov. 24
Rocoffort, (S.J.), Father L(ouis):
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Rocoffort asks for a dispensation for Evariste Prejean and Marie Onésia Richard.
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1850 Nov. 25
(Byrne), Andrew, Bishop of Little Rock:
Dublin, (Ireland)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Byrne offers his congratulations on Blanc's being elevated to the dignity of Archbishop. (Byrne) leaves here in a day or two for New Orleans with an excellent colony of Sisters of Mercy for his diocese and a priest from All Hallows for Bishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.). The excitement in England since the appointment of Cardinal (Nicholas) Wiseman cannot be told. The military had to be called out yesterday in Liverpool; there is no telling when things may stop. (Byrne) sails in the John O'Toole.
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1850 Nov. 25
(Fleix y Solans), Bishop Francois:
Havana, (Cuba)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received the letter of recommendation in favor of the poor Irishman. As the circumstances of this island are known by everyone he did not think (Blanc) would mind his taking his time to reply as (Blanc) knows he would do all he could to be of help. He congratulates (Blanc) on his new dignity as Archbishop.
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1850 Nov. 25
Menet, (S.J.), Father J(ohn) B(aptist):
Sault Ste, Marie, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan)
Menet has Lefevere's letter with the documents relative to the ownership of the church at Sault. He has spoken to (Peter B.) Barbeau who said that it was one of the most secure ownerships in the place. When Mr. Drew lodged a complaint against the officer at Fort (Brady) he won and made the officer pay the costs and a considerable fine. However, the Fort remained in possession of the site illegally occupied. Menet has just finished the pews in the church and made a deal with the same workman for pews for the choir, the wardens and the sanctuary and the repair of the entire interior of the church. The barn and stable are done and the house opposite the church. While awaiting something better, a lady, Mrs. Cadotte, from Sandwich, will open a school in the house across from the church for those who can pay a piastre a month. She hopes to have about ten. If her husband works, Menet believes that they will manage. They will have the free use of the house and land if Menet sees later that the school is a success and that all the Catholic children can attend. He cannot support it otherwise. Menet has even been obliged to go into debt to get them to come there. He has been grieved to see that the workmen coming to Sault have contributed to an increase of dances like a seaport. And the poor savages are for the most part so degraded and always drunk. One might say that the whites are harmful to the savages, but the barbarity of the savages is not less harmful to the whites. However, a nucleus of devout persons is beginning to form. All Catholics who married this year came to Menet; he even had the only two or three mixed marriages which took place and obtained without difficulty the promises for the security of religion on the part of the Catholic and of the children. Although he has learned Lefevere's orders on dances only through "The Citizen" he hopes to profit from them for the good of his parishoners and to emphasize all he has said to them on this subject.
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1850 Nov. 28
Latapie, H(eloi)se Décuir:
(New Orleans, Louisiana?)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for 12 piastres for the hire of Fanchonnette.
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1850 Nov. 28
Mittelbronn, Father (Francis):
St. John Baptist, (Bonnet Carré, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisia)na
Mittelbronn begs Blanc again to grant the request he has made about Father (H.) Thirion and himself. From Blanc's reply, he sees he will not have to recall to him the reasons for the request. But day by day, the reasons grow more. In his letter, Blanc makes him feel that he regrets conferring the priesthood on Mittelbronn. He is satisfied with the offer Blanc has made to them. Blanc says he has places only in the missions. They accept one of those places for Thirion and himself. He asks only that Blanc lend them what they need for the missions.
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1850 Nov. 29
Maller, (C.M.), Father M(ariano):
Emmittsburg, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received (Blanc)'s letter of the 13th several days ago. He is sorry to give (Blanc) pain but he could not avoid it. There is no prelate in the United States for whom Maller has more esteem. Maller has just received Blanc's second letter dated the 18th. As to Baton Rouge; they hope Blanc will not delay in having other Sisters to replace theirs (Sisters of Charity). It is not Maller's wish to stop the school; the Sisters could continue for some time. They will change the destination of Sister Laurentia, (S.C.). Maller is delighted to have the hospital at Donaldson in place of the novitiate. By letters from Paris, Maller has been relieved of a large part of his too large duties. Father (Anthony) Penco, (C.M.) is to have the care of the Province of (Vincentians); he is their Visitor. Maller is only to direct the Sisters of Charity of the United States province. So he will not visit New Orleans for a long time. He will be sorry not to know what about Sister Irene, (S.C.). They thought the presence of Sister (Francis) Regis, (S.C.) would suffice to stop any abuses which might arise. There are difficulties in sending her to Mobile. She was of great help to Sister Regis. If possible they would prefer to leave her where she is under Sister Regis. Regis' health and circumstances at the Asylum were the reasons for sending Regis back. They judged it important for Sister Emily (S.C.) to come here only for a visit. If the school cannot continue without her, they will have patience. P.S. Being no longer Visitor, he can no longer do anything regarding the diocesan seminary except(?) to bring his successor up to date.
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1850 Nov.(12) 30
Joly J.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $2.50 for tailoring.
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