1852 Mar. 1
Canavan, Father Patrick:
Shreveport, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
After remaining here these last 10 days, he can say that he can build a church here after a great deal of trouble. One of the trustees told him it would be impossible unless a priest remained with them. The lots Canavan told Blanc about are very dear and he intends getting 2 others after April 3 at public auction. He left Monroe February 10 and went through all the vacant missions near Arkansas and then Bossier Parish where he found a few Catholics. He had a fever for two days but is well and returning to Monroe immediately. He changed architects and he is to finish in April. Shreveport is very anxious for a church but there are all different religions and none willing to go ahead with the subscription list. Canavan came here on horseback. He hopes he has a letter from Blanc at Monroe, stating when Blanc can visit Ouachita; he hopes sometime in May and that the church will be finished. They will have a beautiful church at Monroe. Canavan hopes Blanc will be able to send a priest to Shreveport or Monroe. Yesterday Canavan had a large congregation of every denomination. He baptized 7 children and two who were preparing for two months. The Ouachita mission is about to be prosperous. The Baptist, Methodist, and Episcopalian preachers are leaving there. At Shreveport, there is no circulation of money as yet; some say May will be the best time for their subscription.
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1852 Mar. 1
Cretin, Bishop Joseph:
St. Paul, (Minnesota)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Some on has had a box sent to Rousselon from Havre, destined for Cretin. Will Rousselon send it on the first boat going up to St. Louis, in care of E.J. Walsh. Cretin is sending the notice and the list of the articles in the box. Most of them are old articles for the church. Rousselon is to keep an ammount of what he spends for Cretin; Rousselon should receive this package in two months. Cretin would be delighted to receive news of Father (Jean Arthur) Poyet in whom Cretin is interested and of the unfortunate Si(ster?) Moran(?). P.S. Cretin asks Rousselon to add to this shipment, a barrel of white Mass wine. (Included in the list of articles in the box is) a package for Father (Francis) Devivaldi containing 6 handkerchiefs, pictures, and medals. (On the back of the list in another hand): Georges Mayers, Honnor McNemary.
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1852 Jan. 20
Lambert, Rob(er)t H.:
Havre, (France)
A bill of lading on the Chesapeake for a box sent by Louis Foache addressed to Rousselon at New Orleans.
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1852 Mar. 2
Beluze:
Lyons, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Under the auspices of Father (Boué), pastor of Ainay, to whom they owe Blanc's intervention in the estate of Mr. Burelman, father-in-law, they sent Blanc the necessary papers. They have left the power of attorney blank so that Blanc can choose the most suitable person. Blanc is to pay only for the opening of the will, in order to avoid too great expense in case there is nothing to claim. (Boué) had written Blanc to stop all expenditures after the will is opened, until their replay. After consultation they ask Blanc, if there is anything to claim, to pay what is necessary to collect it without waiting for their replay. If their mother-in-law wishes to make an arrangement, Blanc's decision will be theirs. If there is nothing to claim Blanc is to send the bill. Beluze's wife wrote to Father (Ve. Modeste) Mina to ask him to ask the mother-in-law for two medallions, one the picture of her mother, the other that of three young children. They attach great importance to them as souvenirs.
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1852 Mar. 2
Martin, Father Aug(uste):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received (Blanc)'s letter of February 17 a week ago. He waited to reply for the departure of Miss Séguiers who has been here six weeks and tomorrow will take the Kimball. F. Guilleminot was taken suddenly on October 11 as he was having supper; his sister is still at the head of his plantation. Martin does not know her; he supposes she goes to Cloutierville which is nearer. Martin has decided to go down Easter Monday. $35 is all he has received since the last letter he wrote (Blanc). Father G(élot?) is still expecting his exeat; Martin can only hope that he receives it. Martin believes G. has no idea of going into a religious state. He wants only to be free to go where he wants to. It seems he wants to try his fortune at Guadeloupe. The Lenten services have begun and Martin will open the jubilee on the 14th; he will not give it at the convent until after his return from the city. The work of preparation for the building of the church a Campté has begun. Father (Philibert) J(ordain) is very busy with it as well as the sick in his future parish; he is gone half the time. They are having a epidemic which has not had a fatal case but which ha forced Madame (T.) Landry, (R.S.C.J.) to empty the convent for 10 days. About 40 pupils and all the Ladies were ill at the same time; a sort of grippe. Whatever side (Blanc) takes with G., Martin demands that he be not obliged to leave him behind when he goes to the city. Jordain will suffice to replace him for the 10 or 12 days absence.
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1852 Mar. 2
Spalding, Bishop M(artin) J(ohn):
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Spalding is grateful for the contents of Blanc's last letter. Blanc has thrown light on many things referred to in the correspondence to Bishop (William) Dubourg with Bishop (Benedict Joseph) Flaget. The see of New Orleans will figure in Spalding's book which is already in press. He fears he will make not a few blunders. He will not forget such items of Blanc's personal history as he may be able to bring in, in the life Flaget. He is glad he did not have to trouble to examine the Spanish manuscripts; he had enough trouble to decipher the journal and papers of Flaget, who used to say laughing "that it was no business of his to read his own writing!" Spalding would have been delighted to spend some time in New Orleans but it was prevented by bad waather which caused his secretary also to give up the trip. Spalding supposes his holy predecessor obtained a cure of his throat while he was poring over his manuscripts. Spalding's cathedral will not be ready for consecration until after the Council. Could Blanc not be in Louisville before the 3rd Sunday after Easter to go with him to Baltimore? Abbot Eutrope (Proust), O.C.S.O. will be with them. P.S. Had Spalding come down he intended to beg some fine articles, as the French only can make, for his Cathedral Fair during Easter week. Perhaps it is as well he stayed away.
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1852 Mar. 2
Spalding, M(artin) J., Bp. Louisville:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He assures Purcell that he misapprehends the meaning of "ancient friendship". The term does not imply an interruption of friendship. Friendship is too cold a term to express Spalding's present feeling for Purcell. If both had understood one another better from the start, half the difference would have been prevented. It would be well to give Father (Abraham) McMahon to understand that he should explain the charges made against him or hold his peace before laymen. Spalding hopes that Purcell will not be displeased if he says that his letter was written in a sneering and contemptuous style. It was Father McMahon, and not Purcell directly, who did all that mischief at Lexington. Spalding sees no use in keeping up this discussion. He suggests that they let the past be past.
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1852 Mar. 3
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
This letter will be handed to Blanc by Father (Clement) Ardois who has determined to return to his society (Eudists) in France. On the part of his superious, it is injustice and ingratitude; on his part it is a "coup de tete." Perhaps such an act would show that he is not worth keeping. The others have determined to stay and tender their services in any manner (Chanche) may think proper. He hopes Father (Joan Marie) Moricet will do the same. (Chanche) is told that Moricet will be in New Orleans on the 8th; if he stays (Chanche) will be glad. He encloses a note for him (no enclosure). (Chanche) has not yet determined whether he will close the school or not; he would prefer to keep it until July. The Archbishop of Balt(imore) in his circular for the jubilee, excludes the possibility of having (it) in Lent. (Chanche) hopes the University beggars will not get to Cincinnati before he does. Prospects are brightening a little; he thinks he may sell a lot for $4000 which will help in finishing the church. He thinks he will get the large lot behind the church, the old grave yard.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1852 Mar. 3
O'Connor, M(ichael) Bp. of Pittsburgh:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
O'Connor received a letter from Dr. Smith which tells of the appointment of Father (John) Neumann, C.SS.R to Philadelphia. O'Connor cannot explain this appointment except that the Pope was anxious to impose some German blood into the episcopal body. It is not possible that Archbishop (Francis Patrick) Kenrick recommended Neumann. O'Connor proposed Neumann's name only in connection with the see of Erie. He wrote to Rome that his lack of knowledge of English would be an objection to his appointment to Philadelphia. However, he is zealous and active and a good business man.
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1852 Mar. 4
Borgess, Father C(aspar) H.:
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Borgess writes about a brother priest to prevent or remove a scandal. Father (Jonathan) Furlong sometimes says no Mass during the week and keeps no time for the edification of his congregation. He marries Catholics and protestants in surplice before the altar. He will not take any advice. Borgess hopes that Purcell will put a stop to such scandal.
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1852 Mar. 4
Meehan, E.M.:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Father C(ornelius Moynihan) Moynahan:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Having received a copy hereto prefixed, he was startled by the move of the wardens and resolved to send a copy to Moynahan, thinking some undue requisition might be involved. Moynahan will observe that the measure does not show the actual debt and that they are called upon to support any bill for the purpose as stated.
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1852 Feb. 28
Dubuc, Ant(hony):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to E.M. Meehan:
(Baton Rouge, Louisiana)
Dubuc, as secretary of the wardens of the Church of St. Louis of New Orleans, transmits a copy of the preambles and resolutions adopted on February 27: "Mr. Guirot offered the following which were unanimously adopted: whereas a debt exceeding $100,000 has been created for the rebuilding of said church, and the income arising from the real estate of the church is not sufficient to pay even the interest, be it resolved that the Senators and Representatives of the Parish of Orleans to the state legislature be invited to give their support to any act to authorize the wardens to cause to be sold at public auction all or any part of the real estate, provided the proceeds be applied to the payment of the debt."
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1852 Mar. 4
Provosty, Hugh:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
He received (Blanc)'s letter of February 24 and thanks him for the kind feelings expressed for Pointe Coupée; the poor parish is going better. Father (Victor) Jamey, in spite of the short time among them has lighted a flame in the hearts of sinners. Their pastor, Father (John) Rogalle has already talked to Provosty about Poydras College. It would be Provosty's greatest desire to see Rogalle's and (Blanc)'s designs accomplished. But in this affair, he is only an agent. This College is founded, as (Blanc) knows, on a legacy of Julien Poydras for Pointe Coupée, inhabited by people of different religions. They could not have an exclusively Catholic College of it.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {6}
1852 Mar. 4
Somogyi, Father Aloise:
Dansville, N(ew) Y(ork)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
He offers his services to (Blanc). He is an Austrian, born in 1816, made his studies at the Imperial University in Vienna, ordained in 1842 and after 9 years as a collaborator in editing a Catholic newspaper he was received in Vienna by his actual Bishop (John) Timon. He is now pastor of the German congregation in Dansville. He speaks Italian, German, French, and English tolerably. He can give the most satisfactory references. The only reason which makes a change desirable is a change of climate.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 16mo. - {3}
1852 Mar. 5
Baraga, (Father) Frederick:
L'Anse, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Baraga sees the advantage of cash money, he has not issued a single order on the Bishop. He wants the yearly $300.- sent to Father (Jean Baptist) Menet (S.J.) at Sault (Ste. Marie) who will send it by boat to Baraga. He has received the the Ordo for 1852, together with the Faculties and Statutes. He has not yet received the Almanac of 1852 and would like to have it.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - (English) - 1p. - 8vo - {2}
1852 Mar. 6
Nolan, W(illia)m G.:
Houston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s note of (February) 26 has been just received. He is sincerely grateful. Is there a priest at Monroe? If nothing more advantageous offers, Nolan will go to Monroe and see what his prospects would be there.
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1852 Mar. 7
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Achille Jean Gualbert Lorio wishes to marry Francoise Lorio; they ask for a dispensation.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp, - 4to. - {3}
1852 Mar. 7
Sauvé, Father F.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He thanks (Blanc) for the kindness with which he received Sauvé yesterday. (Blanc) knows the blunder Sauvé has made. He does not want to remain doing nothing. An urgent reason obliges him to ask (Blanc) to have pity on him in getting him employment of some kind which will enable him to carry out the plan he has had for a long time to enter a Franciscan monastery either in Rome or Venice. He hopes that (Blanc) will come to the aid of an unfortunate exile.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {1}
1852 Mar. 8
Fongeris, Sister Marie Pauline du, Superior,:
1st Visitation Convent
Paris, France
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
She speaks of the joy that Purcell's letter gave her and her religious family. It is a pleasure to recall to mind the example which Purcell gave to them. He has made them think of the founder of the Visitation Sisters, St. Francis De Sales so much that he must often meditate on that Saint's lessons. They pray that St. Francis will take special care of Purcell. They have suffered various trials since Purcell's departure. During her absence in Brittany one young sister died. Then in Paris a student aged 11 caught typhoid and lost her mind. The dean of sisters died after a long illness. They they lost after a short illness their little Emma and then another sister after a sickness of 24 hours. Further the Maitresse du Pensionnat has a violent attack of pleurisy but is now out of danger. They visited the communities of Amiens and Boulogne in August. With the aid of an architect they have studied the plans for the two monasteries, but they doubt whether the time set by Providence for them has arrived. There is a calm but France seems inquiet. She thanks Purcell for his kind remembrance of Sister Hyacinthe Louise who was sick when Purcell was there but is now recovering. Despite the troubles of 1852 they have lost only 2 pupils from distant provinces. She speaks also of the other trials they endured during the civil wars of 1852, and expresses a hope for better things. She begs Purcell's pardon for such a long letter, and asks correction for her temerity in a return letter. P.S. She encloses a small painting made by one of the English sisters for his breviary. The 3rd and 4th parts of the books of P. Hermann she has given to a seminarian at St. Sulpice for Purcell.
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1852 Mar. 8
Jan, Father A(nge) M(arie):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Simon Rivollet wishes to validate his marriage of almost two years ago before a judge, with Césarine Déléa, sister of his deceased wife. They ask for a dispensation.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1852 Mar. 8
McCaffrey, Father John:
Mount St. Mary's College,
(Emmitsburg, Maryland)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He has not forgotten his promise to write for the Review. Looking over an old essay on Reason and Revolution written in 1844 he thought it would do for a review. His greatest difficulty was to find the book to be reviewed. Luckily his attention fell upon a volume of Discourses by Ventura. Not having read the book he could not say anymore than he has done at the close of his essay.
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1852 Mar. 9
Ganahan, James M.:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
As a constant reader of Brownson's highly talented periodical and as an admirer of his zeal in the defense of the principles of his religion, he is anxious that Brownson pay them a visit. A course of lectures in any of the southern cities would produce much good.
I-3-k - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1852 Mar. 9
Guerard, Father P(aul):
Franklin, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Guerard waited several days to reply to (Blanc)'s letter; he thanks him. (Blanc) will probably receive a letter this week from P(atterson) in which he will find the turning over of the property, signed by the principal inhabitants. The thing was bound to end up this way. In spite of what O. Cornay told (Blanc), Guerard is liked there. Cornay reported here that (Blanc) repudiated the steps Guerard had taken. The prople refused to pay their pew rent of last year to anyone but Guerard. If (Blanc) takes away P(atterson), Guerard will be unable to tend to his affairs. In asking for a priest for this place, Guerard thought (Blanc) would make arrangements more analagous to the geography of the parish. He receives very little from Patterson and Franklin is barren. Last year from October 1851(?) to October 1852(?), Guerard made 700 piastres. He has had one burial at Franklin and 4 at Pattersonville. He is obliged to make another request for Franklin. Mr. Dartigue says there is still a bill for $48. Guerard used the $100 (Blanc) gave him for his organ. Here they ask $240 for the altar.
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1852 Mar. 9
McCaffrey, Father John:
Mt.St.Mary's College,
(Emmitsburg, Md.)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Young Daniel Dixon has been placed in his proper class. They hope good things of him. Mr. Quinlan is prepared for ordination at any time. McCaffrey asks Purcell not to take Quinlan away prior to the next vacation. Purcell can ordain him in the summer. Mr. Barry is doing well in Theology. McCaffrey asks Purcell to spend as much time as he can with them before and after the next Council. The Governor (of Maryland) is a Catholic and an ultra radical Democrat. He was involved with Kossuth and lost the Irish Catholic vote. McCaffrey hopes Purcell's brother will make peace with the Editor of the Freeman's Journal in consideration of his recent service in the war against Socialism and infidelity. (Orestes A.) Brownson deserves all the encouragement Purcell can give him. Archbishop (Francis Patrick) Kenrick is disposed to favor Purcell's plan to raise a fund for Brownson.
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1852 Mar. 9
Sauvé, Father F.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sauvé does not know how to express his feelings when he learned this morning that 45 piastres were asked for to enable him to carry out the desire he has to enter a religious house. He wishes to put an end to the useless life he has lived here for the week since his arrival. This afternoon he went to the French legation and learned that the consul had written from New York on February 27 to tell of his impending arrival. Sauvé went to the consul's home and learned that he was expected tomorrow or the day after. Sauvé hopes to have an audience with him and will let (Blanc) know the result.
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1852 Mar. 10
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Portier) received a letter from the Metropolitan of Baltimore asking him to write the customary letter to the Propagation of the Faith, in the name of the National Council and announcing the nomination of Bishop (John Joseph) Chanche to the office of Promotor. The news is very pleasing but the request is not entirely to his taste. He has written four times on the subject, his ideas are old; another Bishop would suit better. Bishop (John) Timon will leave here Friday and be at New Orleans the next day. How are they going to Baltimore? (Portier) fears Blanc's river, he would prefer a steamer for New York and lacking that he is tempted to follow his old way. He is pressed to go to Montgomery to lay the first stone of a new church. (P.S.) Father (John N.) Neuman(n, C.SS.R.) has been named to the see of Philadelphia.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {5}
1852 Mar. 10
(Vandevelds), Bishop James Oliver:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Mass(achusetts)
He had cherished the hopes of having the pleasure of a personal interview with Brownson in Chicago for he wrote to Father Murphy to invite Brownson when he was in St. Louis. He had been a subscriber to the Review when he resided in St. Louis but has not been getting it regularly in Chicago. Vandevelde started a new Catholic periodical, the "Western Tablet". O'Hara is the publishes and proprietor and Vandevelde is the editor as he does most of the writing. The Protestant journals have entirely changed their tone; they know that the bishop of Chicago raps hard and has many friends among the principal Protestants in the town who consider him an unconquerable logician. (Manuscript torn.)
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1852 Mar. 11
Abbadie, S.J., Father J(ohn) F(ranc s):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Abbadie foresees that he may have a case for which he will ask Blanc's decision. One of his parishioners is about to marry a stranger whom some believe married in her own locality. When will Blanc come to St. Michael? They will have First Communion on the 28th and at the convent on May 1. He would like to announce the day of Confirmation. If he does not come soon, could Abbadie bless an ostensorium, veil and canopy? The (Religious of the Sacred Heart) have just lost a novice; she will be buried this evening. Abbadie asks Father Rousselon to send him a number of leaflets of the Propagation of the Faith.
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1852 Mar. 11
Lucas, Father P(eter):
West Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Since his return to his parish, things have been moving rapidly. As he said in his last letter, the floor of the church had almost entirely fallen in. For two weeks they have been working to repair it. Last Sunday Lucas said Mass in the school. When repairs on the church are finished, they will proceed to the enlargement of his house. At different times, they have wanted to build a church in the upper part of the parish but never carried out his plan. Lately, Lucas opened a subscription himself and in three days had enough to begin. On his second trip he contracted with a lumber dealer, workmen, and the plasterer. The church will be 40 by 30 feet. He likes to think that in 10 years it will be the church of a new parish, taking in Grosse-Tete which is a very short distance away. They have decided on the names of St. Peter and St. Paul. So everything is in a good way to receive Blanc's order for which Lucas will assume responsibility and furnish the receipt.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 8vo. - {3}
(18)52 Mar. 12
Knox, Father T. Fra(nci)s:
London, (England)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Knox's friend, Father Edward Purcell of Cincinnati, has asked Knox to beg (Blanc)'s kind offices for Michael Bywaters, the bearer of this letter. He is an Irish lad whose father emigrated to Cincinnati some years ago and whom Knox is sending with money which Purcell forwarded to Knox. Purcell promised that (Blanc) would pay it on his account and cause the lad to be taken care of and put on board a steamer for Cincinnati. If Father (Stephen) Rousselon is still at New Orleans, Knox presents his respects. Rousselon may remember Knox as the young Englishman who travelled with him in May 1847 from Cincinnati to Boston when they were both on their road to Europe. Knox was at that time a layman.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 16mo. - {4}
1852 Mar. 13
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Day before yesterday (Chanche) received a letter from the Archbishop of Baltimore; he repeats his wish that (Chanche) should be the First Promoter in the Council and says he will give him Father (Francis) L('h)omme as Second. (Blanc) will remember the difficulty made by the Archbishop of St. Louis on two bishops being promoters. The Archbishop also says he will write further to the Bishop of Mobile and inform him of this arrangement. If any objection is raised, it must be the Prelates at the Council. The Archbishop also informs (Chanche) that Father (John N.) Neuman(n, C.SS.R.) was appointed Bishop of Philadelphia on February 1 but the bulls had not yet reached Baltimore. Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell said he hoped it would be so; he would regret to be separated from his brother. (Chanche) regrets that Father (Edward Purcell) was not appointed. (Chanche) does not know Neuman(n)'s qualifications; he is probably not yet a naturalized citizen. (Chanche) makes (Peter) Holton deacon tomorrow and on the feast of St. Joseph, he will ordain three priests. (Chanche) must have all his arrangements made by April 1. After the ordination, he will go to Vicksburg; he must fix things there before he goes north. Father (Stephen H.) Montgomery has had another attack of apoplexy. Next week (Chanche) may draw on (Blanc) for $150; he is retarding as long as he can in the hopes that he may receive something from Paris soon. He has broken up the school for the present. If he has an advantageous offer of a house in the country next year, he will propose it to the Jesuits. (Chanche) has not yet learned the movements of Father (C.) Moricet; he will be sorry if he goes. The Pass will be left without any person this summer. If any of (Blanc)'s priests fo for sea bathing and rest, (Chanche) hopes they will be induced to go there. (Chanche) supposes (Blanc) will rejoice at the passing of the Bank Bill over the governor's head. Roman must be very glad; he must have worked hard.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {9}
1852 Mar. 13
Clarke, R.H. (and others):
Georgetown College, D(istrict of Columbi)a
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
The Philodemic Society of George Town College are now making arrangements for celebrating the landing of the Pilgrim Fathers of Maryland on a day to follow closely on the adjournment of the National Council in May. They invite Blanc to be present. The Philodemic steamer will leave George Town and Washington the day before the celebration for St. Mary's County, Maryland under the escort of the President and faculty. (Others of the) Committee of Correspondence, I.CC. Hamilton, W.B. Fetterman, and W(illia)m M. Smith.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {5}
(18)52 Mar. 13
Devlin, Roger:
Colombo, Ceylon
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc) White:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Devlin's father emigrated to America about twenty years ago. Having never heard any direct communications from him, Devlin takes this method to ascertain whether he is still living. He heard he was residing in New Orleans. His father's name is Roger Devlin, the same as his. Devlin is now a soldier in H(er) M(ajesty)'s 15th Regiment of Infantry. From the age of nine he was brought up with his uncle, Father O'Neill of Aglish in Ireland. He remained with him during his uncle's lifetime. Since then he has been altogether on his own resources. He asks (Blanc) to ascertain if his father belongs to any parishes or districts under his control.
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1852 Mar. 14
Canavan, Father P(atrick):
Monroe, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Having returned from a very difficult journey through swamps and bayous, he gives an account of Monroe mission. The church will be finished in April; Canavan does not know how to act to have it painted. All here charge so much; their money is all done in. He believes Dr. C.H. Dabbs sent an order on Blanc for $100; Dabbs says he got some of it and that Blanc paid $22 to Mr. Moore as the remainder of $50 Blanc subscribed. The doctor put Blanc for $100. If Blanc gave Canavan any of that, Canavan never received it as such. It is true Blanc gave Canavan $70 there; $20 for Father Aylward which Canavan gave him going up the Red River; $20 Canavan had to say Masses for; and the remainder, $30, would not pay half of what Canavan is indebted through these missions. Canavan has been on missions since he came to America, always spending his own. He would like to draw on Blanc for a few hundred dollars to have the church painted. At Shreveport mission he hopes to have 2 lots after April 3; a few are to buy these lots and Canavan promised to go there in May or sooner. If possible Blanc is to send another priest to Monroe or Shreveport; Canavan cannot attend all these missions and mind his health.
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(18)52 Mar. 14
Guillemard, Sister Rose:
Charonne, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc?:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
For a year, she has been very anxious about her Sister, Widow Lefevre. She asks (Blanc) to give her information about her or if it is easier to give her information about Father de Bertry, missionary, into whose service she entered at the great sacrifice of leaving her children, won over by the promise of becoming heir to a fortune sufficient to assure the future of her children. Each of the children was in the care of relatives who today are no longer living. The grandmother had the oldest boy and the youngest in the family. She is dead, as is the uncle who took care of the younger girl; this latter, age 12, is without support or protection. So Guillemard wishes to know what has become of her sister. Guillemard would willingly take over the care herself but the rules of their order forbid it.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1852 Mar. 15
Chanche, John Joseph, Bp. of Natchez:
Natchez, Mississippi
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Chanche will probably leave Natchez in the beginning of April. In that case he would be with Purcell during a portion of Holy Week. He received a letter from the Archbishop of Baltimore telling of the appointment of Father (John) Neumann to Philadelphia. He cannot understand why the first on the list was not appointed unless Purcell wrote against it. Chanche supposes all the arrangements have been made for the National Council (of 1852). Kenrick has requested Chanche to act as Promoter. He agrees with Purcell that it is better to say nothing more on the subject of the Immaculate Conception. They have expressed their opinions to the Holy See with sufficient clearness. Chanche is thinking of giving the month of May for the Jubilee. in his diocese.
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(18)52 Mar. 15
O'Reilly, Father Michael:
Jackson, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Since O'Reilly's return here his health has much improved. He is taking a good deal of exercise in trying to raise subscriptions for the erection of their church. He has been disappointed in the generosity of many. Many, some time ago, promised to aid but as soon as O'Reilly applies or money, he is told that it cannot be given until the building is commenced. They have no funds no hand yet. A gentleman at Jackson has proposed to provide the lumber at his own expense if his money were refunded by next January. O'Reilly had an interview with the architect whose plan of the church is 50 by 25 feet. The necessary expenses appear to be about $1400. If O'Reilly could obtain about $700 for the mechanics, the building could go on immediately. O'Reilly has no horse; the one left by Father (Charles) Chambost is of no account. The buggy also is broken. There is no one to assist but Mr. (M.R. Crenan) Crennan who is willing to support him and his horse. He made insinuations to some about getting a horse but without much effect. The Catholics here have no feeling of gratitude; they expect his attendance at all times. Were it not for Crennan he would not remain here a week. The wine Blanc sent came a few days ago.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. and Envelope. - 4pp. - 16mo. - {4}
1852 Mar. 16
Galtier, Father:
Fourvière, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The little colony of religious (Sisters of the Incarnate Word?), destined for Texas do not want to go through Blanc's city without receiving his blessing. Galtier is delighted to have the opportunity to renew his thanks for Blanc's kindness on his last visit to France. He has heard that Blanc is going to Rome this year; they hope to have him with them.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1852 Mar. 17
Clarke, M.I.(?):
Lafayette, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Clarke received Blanc's letter of March 5, this morning. For the money in Blanc's hands and which he desires to transmit through Clarke to Mrs. Tubridy, wife of Thomas Tubridy, who is on his way to Chayres(?), Clarke has given an order to a house here, has received the money and placed it in the hands of Mrs. Tubridy. Clarke offers a thousand thanks for past favors.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1852 Mar. 18
(Vandevelde), Bishop James Oliver:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
(Vandevelde) has just written to Father (J.) Masquelet in regard to Teutopolis, (Illinois) where his presence caused so much harm year before last. (Vandevelde) attaches a copy of the letter. They say his purse is becoming as large as that of Father (Constantine) Maenhaut. If Blanc could persuade Masquelet to be generous toward the church at Teutopolis, whose construction has greatly enhanced the value of his lots, (Vaudevelde) would be much obliged. Perhaps Bishop (John Martin Henni) of Milwaukee is at Blanc's now; he has regarded Masquelet for a long time as the great speculator in the clergy of the West. Blanc could ask him about Masquelet's character; he knew him at Cincinnati. The time of the Council is drawing near; (Vandevelde) hopes to see Blanc and all his mitered friends. (Vandevelde) has already missed his goal; all has been spoiled. Perhaps the Council will talk of a remedy. In any case, (Vandevelde) has decided to go to Rome immediately after the Council.
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1852 Mar. 18
(Vandevelde), Bishop James Oliver:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Father J. Masquelet:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Masquelet no doubt knows that they are beginning to build a large church at Teutopolis. They want to have it enclosed next summer so that they can use it. The colony keeps growing since thay laid the foundation. (Vandevelde) has just received a letter from there asking him to permit them to make a loan. He will have trouble in consenting. In the meantime (Vandevelde) has decided to write Masquelet to do an act of justice or of charity. Masquelet will recall that when he offered to contribute $3000 for the church if it was built on Masquelet's land, and $2000 if built on the site of the old church, that log cabin which is a disgrace to the Catholics of Teutopolis, and that Masquelet wished to prove his interest by telling (Vandevelde) that if he persisted in building where he chose, that Masquelet would not give a cent. Since then many things have happened and there has been much talk about Masquelet. Everyone agrees taht Masquelet went East to collect for the church at Teutopolis but are not agreed on the results. One priest who was then at St. Mary's assures (Vandevelde) that this collection amounted to 1600 and some piastres. Others put it higher, some at $700 or $800. They say that out of the money collected, Masquelet paid about $200 for a bell, that he paid, at different times, $300 and gave up his rights to a promissory not of $100. This would make $400, and with the bell, $600. Masquelet promised $2000; if the money was collected for the Teutopolis Church a change of ground would make no difference.
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1852 Mar.19
Aliquot:
Waugamen (Waggaman, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
She asks Rousselon to let Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché know that if he will send the papers to be signed for Annette and her daughters, Mr. Silicour has two opportunities a week to send them to her. If Rousselon could have influenced the Indian missionary to spend 6 more months here, he would have received from the people what he wished, to have a church built Father (F.) Zeller told Aliquot last Sunday that it is a good land, not to leave; to pay no attention to his illness. The people would be converted easily; it is not like the city. (P.S.) Mr. and Mrs. Camille Zouinge(?) said that if Rousselon would send some priests the river air would be good for them. It is a very pious household. When Aliquot left the oldest daughter gave her money. Aliquot has not gone back; it is hard to cross the river fasting, at her age. Camille has asked the Archbishop to send his priests when they are ill. There is a separate house and an altar which Zeller made. Zeller may have thought he would go there for Mass.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {6}
1852 Mar. 19
Barthe, Father E(dward):
Houma, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received (Blanc)'s letter of the 8th today. It is not only the lack of confidence which is the cause of the church not being finished, but the lack of lumber since January 1. The windows and shutters are finished; next week the flooring will be delivered. If three months from now the pews are not finished, Barthe will leave Houma. He gives a summary of the religious progress in this parish (giving the figures for) 1849 and 1851. He gives instructions every Sunday. He will go next week for Easter duty and jubilee at Thibodaux. The jubilee for Terrebonne will extend from Passion Sunday to the second Sunday after Easter. Then Barthe will, following (Blanc)'s wishes, go to the seminary.
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(18)52 Mar. 19
Laurent, Father Ph.:
Muscatine, Iowa
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
An Irishman wants to send some money to a nephew and niece at New Orleans and wants Laurent to ask (Blanc) to accept the commission. The donor is John Roach of Muscatine; the nephew and niece are Stephen (Ryan) and Mary Ryan. John(?) and Mary have just arrived from Ireland; one is 20 or 21, the other 17. They intend to come to settle at Muscatine.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1852 Mar. 20
Ciampi, Father A.F.:
Holy Cross College
(Worcester, Massachusetts.
to (Orestes A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts)
He knows not how to express his regrets when he sees that he is unable to concur with Brownson in carrying out his plan for Henry's education. There is not a single room in the college of which he could dispose for Henry's convenience. The common dormitory and study room does not suit him. He suggests that he apply to Georgetown College.
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(1852?) Mar. 20
Dufour, Father L(ouis):
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. Lamond has just come to be paid the 94(?) p(iastres). Dufour had settled with Mr. Deblieux by turning over the amounts agreed on. Today he says the amount was just enough to pay the preferred debts and that he had only 25(?) p(iastres) for the others. Dufour sees that Deblieux and Mr. Rousseau took plenty for themselves. Dufour told Rousseau he was going to write to (Blanc). Now they have settled with the Roths, $318, and two other creditors and came yesterday with $30 extra. He still owes $266. Dufour is going to give Lamond the $30; there will still be $39 due to him and two other accounts. Then all the public debts will be paid except Father (Charles?) Chambos(t), (Peter) Lucas and others. He repeats that Dufour is out $400 of revenue for this year and 200 piastres of his own money since his arrival here up to December 21. Dufour paid Father Rousselon $121 for the candlesticks and other articles for the church. There is nothing in the treasury; 6 or 700 is still owed for the pews. There is nothing more than that to live on up to next December 21. Since his arrival, he has had 135 piastres in fees. If it is like that for the other 6 months, (Blanc) can see what the revenue of this parish will be; there will never be more than 13 or 1500 if the pews bring 11 or 1200. At least after Easter Dufour believes there will be no more debts either from his time or Father (Casimir) Mouret's. All will be in good shape, the cemetery repaired and separated from the Protestants. The organ is finished today. It cost 50 piastres which Dufour will take from his money. One cannot protest too much against the 40 or 50 families who make up this little parish; none are well to do. If (Blanc) wants to keep the priest here, it would be necessary to make another boundary line; for example, to give to the pastor of Plaquemine what is called Bayou Goula. There would be no water to cross and in 2 hours he could be at Bayou Goula. The little chapel half way would be good for burials; it is only an hour from Plaquemine. There could be services once a month at the chapel to be built at Bayou Goula. It is an easy life and one can understand how Mouret could be absent for two weeks. Iberville at present owns its land. Money could be taken form Donaldsonville who would not have to go across the river so far or so often and one could go on the Bayou Goula side. Grosse Tete does not fit with Plaquemine, Lucas told Dufour that it was opposite his church and that they would soon lay out a road straight to West Baton Rouge so it would be better to leave all these portions together between West Baton Rouge and Point Coupée. Lamond spoke about the account of Mr. de Laure protected(?) by Mouret. Dufour said no, since deLaure had an agreement with Dufour and Lucas had said 2 weeks ago that de Laure had paid Lamond. Lucas told Dufour that he had bought back from his predecessor part of the merchandise and also what cam from their poor church, even the ritual for burials. The assets of Chambost and Mouret, what poverty of spirit. De Laure(?) made money on everything. Dufour could have been very annoyed at the time he was with Father (Anthony Désiré Mégret?) Maigret. Dufour replied with a very frank letter. Dufour learned from Valcourt, Emile's little brother, that he had paid him almost nothing. Valsain told many other things. Dufour received a letter in which Maigret offered to sell his mulatto for 1500 piastres because of the needs of his church and to enlarge Valsain's store. The mulatto was bought in Valsain's name and there were 2 or 3 years' terms; Maigret said (Blanc) owed him and had given him nothing. In another letter Dufour wrote that he was saying to Maigret what others say about him. Dufour knows that (Blanc) is to leave for the Council. Could he, before leaving, settle affairs at Plaquemine?
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1852 Mar. 20
Raymond, Father G(ilbert):
Angers, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Bishop (John Mary) Odin gave Raymond hope that he might see him at Angers. He would have been delighted to talk with Odin, and to have his advice on something very important to Raymond. But Odin could not come. He wrote to Odin. As Raymond cannot make a decision until next vacation, he told Odin he could show his letter to someone at Baltimore for advice. Odin replied that he would show it to Blanc. The letter is confidential, not that it is not in order, but it may not be taken in its true sense, either in Baltimore or in Paris. Blanc probably knows that Raymond has been in Europe for some time. Almost immediately after the last Baltimore Council, a small revolution took place in their house. Father (Edward) Knight could not abide it; he left. Father (Michael) Feller also left the Society (Sulpicians); Father (Lewis Regis) Deluol and Raymond came to France. They had the sympathy of the public who blamed the two Visitors for all the changes. Deluol felt the treatment keenly. Raymond felt much more free, able to come to France, something he had asked but never been able to obtain. After leaving the college, Raymond directed St. Charles for a year; it was a delightful year. Reinforcements having arrived from France, he was able to leave for Paris. The first one he saw on arriving at Saint-Sulpice was Deluol. He has not changed; he is as gay as usual. Raymond lived for some time at Paris and Issy, stayed several months at Rheims seminary and spent 2 or 3 months in visiting his family. Before he leaves France, Raymond wants to go to Lyons. He returned to Paris at the end of October, vigorous and ready to begin again. He is thinking of returning to America. However, Father Carrière(?) has asked him to direct the house where he is now. It is about this that he wrote to Odin and about which he would like to consult Blanc. His situation would be delightful but his character seems to suit the Americans and a life of prayer and action seems to be what God asks. He would be happy to see Blanc; if he were at Baltimore right now, he would be pleased. He hopes to see Blanc before he dies. P.S. The reply he receives from Odin will be considered for him alone.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 8vo. - {7}
1852 Mar. 20
Taguemet, Alexandre Bp. Nantes:
Nantes, France
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He has received Purcell's letter and would have answered immediately if he had known that Purcell was yet in Europe. He and his companions have pleasant memories of Purcell's visit and will look forward when they will see him again in Brittany. He is always ready to receive Purcell's subjects in his seminary. They should begin with two the first year, four the second. Purcell should decide for himself whether the seminarians should come there for their humanities, or merely for their philosophy and theology. He will be pleased at this new bond attaching him to Purcell and Cincinnati. He suggests that the seminarians set out in time to arrive at Nantes before the opening of the seminaries in October. He asks prayers.
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1852 Mar. 20
Tumoine, Father H(yacinthe):
Avoyelles, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Yesterday Tumoine received (Blanc)'s letter of the 6th in reply to his of February 29. Tumoine informed Louis Roule of its contents and told him of (Blanc)'s embarrassment, having to make a loan to meet his own debts. Roule replied that he could not wait, that wishing to open his store next month, he needed the money. He would accept a check payable in six months. Tumoine has had sell some notes on the pews in order to get $50 for a pressing debt. He will set the time of the jubilee at Easter time. He would like to go down to the city before (Blanc)'s departure for the Council but it is impossible. He has written to Father (Louis Rocoffort, S.J.) Rokoford to try to have him for the jubilee and First Communion. Tumoine's health is delicate; his brother's death affected him. If he had the money he would ask to make a trip to his family; it is 11 years since he left them. His illness last fall and that of his brother, contributed not a little to his embarrassment. He is afraid to ask for the doctor's bill.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1852 Mar. 21
Cointet, S.S.C., Father F(rancis):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
For about 2 weeks they have had the measles at the (Male Orphan) Asylum. There has not been a fatal case. There are new 28 ill and the doctor says all will probably be sick. The doctor deplores the fact that the sick and the little children have a common lodging and wants Cointet to write to (Blanc) to have this remedied.
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1852 Mar. 21
Dubord(?), Etienne, Jr.:
Montreal, (Canada)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He is charged by his family to acknowledge the reception of the paper (Blanc) sent to his father through the Bishop of Montreal. (Blanc) can guess the happiness of the family for the news about the release of Antoine (Dubord?) and for the interest (Blanc) took in the health of a poor stranger, his sister. He will have their eternal gratitude.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1852 March 21
Meyer, S.M., Father L(eo):
Nazareth, Dayton, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The Brothers of Mary celebrated St. Joseph's day as well as possible. Father (Henry D.) Juncker was to have been with them but was detained. One Brother made his perpetual vows, 3 novices made temporary vows, 4 novices finished their first year of novitiate and 2 were received as postulants. He forgot to say in his last letter that the advice of M. Caillet to sell the farm again was only conditional since he thought they would have to go to Purcell to pay their debts. Meyer regrets that there have been rumors in Cincinnati and Dayton that they have been obliged to sell. Yesterday he placed in the bank at Dayton the rent according to the contract with Mr. (John) Stuart.
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1852 Mar. 22
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Thss letter is a confirmation of the one already sent concerning Bishop (John Joseph Chanche) of Natchez. His conduct is a scandal. Priests come but what can they do if not supported by their Bishop. The Bishop is essentially a materialistic man for whom good living, wine, and women are the principal things. Some people have become used to his conduct, but it is not to the benefit of religion. Two priests have just left the diocese. They came with the desire to do good. Father (Jean-Marie) Mor(icet?) lost much of the good he brought here and Father (Clement) Ard(ois?) was frightened by what he saw. (St. Mary's Collegiate Institute) College is closed; the Bishop did nothing for its relief. They say he never went there. He often said he would like to live alone; he did do for some weeks after Father (Blaise) Raho, (C.M.) left. The Bishop's time is spent visiting or writing to a woman, who never receives the sacraments, and to others under a sort of dominance from her. One never hears a word of greeting from him. has confidence that (Blanc) will find a means to take them out of this abyss of evil.
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1852 Mar. 22
Chambost, Father C(harles):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He learns with pleasure that Father (Michael) O'Reilly's health is restored. At Jackson, Mr. Crenan has 300 piastres, deposited by Chambost. Madame Gleasson has 500 piastres, some collected by Chambost, some by her, and a third part by subscription. The brickmaker gave Chambost a final receipt left with Crenan. If he said anything it would have been about the insults made to him by the famous Father (A.) Doyle. Chambost's horse is ruined; his buggy is broken; he still owes Father Perché the 130 piastres the buggy cost. The people of Jackson must have little esteem for Chambost now. (Blanc) told them he was a young man without experience. Doyle told them he was coming to repair the mistakes Chambost had made, that he was a monster of iniquity, etc. Chambost made unbelievable sacrifices for this mission; since he is a priest he has not received 2 piastres of fixed revenue. Meanwhile all the money spend for his upkeep, his trips, his vestments, land, bricks and the rest has come from alms, gifts, and Mass offerings. The missionary of the Felicianas cannot be self-supporting at first. If he were, for example, at Plaquemine where he would have some money and could direct O'Reilly, he would establish all the stations of this mission in a stable manner. If (Blanc) sends Chambost to Jackson after Easter, he will gladly go if he can be useful.
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1852 Mar. 22
Jaunny, Father:
Paris, (France)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Rousselon's last letter was of January 25, 1849 and Jaunny's of June 27, 1850. Rousselon's nephew brought 400 francs one year and 500 francs on September 23, which proves that the (Association of the) Holy Childhood is not forgotten in New Orleans, Jaunny takes advantage of the departure of Bishop (John Mary Odin) Oudin to send their thanks, to supply some Annals, and to ask Rousselon to send the package on the Mobile or to Father Tiblier. (Here Jaunny gives details of the progress of the Association in different countries bringing in) the memory of Bishop (Charles) Forbin-Janson. (The handwriting in this letter is difficult to read; this calendar may not be exact).
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1852 Mar. 22
Maher, Tho(ma)s:
Maysville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Maher sends $25 for his wife, Mary Maher and children who are coming from the old country.
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(18)52 Mar. 22
Praz, R.S.C.J., Madame A(nnette):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Fearing that (Blanc) will be worried at not seeing Mother (Maria) Cutts, (R.S.C.J.) arriving as they expected, Praz hastens to inform him that Cutts will not come through New Orleans. She left New York the 10th with 12 Sisters; they should arrive at St. Louis the 23rd or 24th. They do not count on seeing her here before Easter. (Blanc)'s visit encouraged them.
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1852 Mar. 22
Roger, Aimé:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Having arrived from France only a few days and being loaded with work, Roger has not been able yet to present his respects. This letter will be brought by Alcée Chartant, his nephew; he is an industrious and honest young man.
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1852 Mar. 23
Chambost, Father C(harles):
(New Orleans, Louisiana?)
to Father (Michael O'Reilly?:
Jackson, Louisiana?)
Chambost sees with pleasure that (O'Reilly)'s health is improved since his return. Chambost is not able to do anything in regard to the building of the church in Jackson. Lankton, the railroad contractor, is dead, leaving some thousand dollars of debts and five candidates for the orphan asylums. The money Chambost had deposited on the court was in the hands of the priest of Plaquemine, nearly $400. Chambost had left that claim into the hands of Archbishop (Anthony Blanc); the Archbishop himself had a hundred dollars for that purpose. He wrote Chambost a very funny letter relating to (O'Reilly); the horse is out of service, the buggy is broken, etc. It is (Blanc?)'s friend Father (A.) Doyle who has done all that. The famous Doyle is now sailing for Ireland. Chambost cannot do anything more; he does not receive any emolument here. He has assumed to say Masses for Mary Frenais(?)'s pension. The Ursulines, angry to see that Chambost's friends have broken his buggy, want him pay for it, etc. At the time of (O'Reilly)'s ordination, Chambost was bound to supply him with everything as if (O'Reilly) had gone to work for him. Now Chambost will soon leave the diocese on account of the vexations done to him by the superiors and confreres. Mr. Crenan is to go on with the nearly $300 he holds and Madam Gleasson give her own for the hand work. M'Guire has given a final receipt; Crenan is to keep it and offer the brick for sale(?). Chambost may see (O'Reilly) after Easter before he leaves the diocese. He does not accept the Poidras College nor any other situation.
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1852 Mar. 23
Martin, Father Aug(uste):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) will find enclosed, $200; half is for Bishop (Martin John) Spalding and half for Bishop (John) Timon. It is the jubilee alms of Mr. and Mrs. Lecomte. Mr. Lecomte gave Martin $50 besides for the Association of the Propagation of the Faith and Mrs. Lecomte $100 to buy a chalice, about which Martin has written to Father Rousselon. Faith and piety are growing. Father Gélot has just notified Martin that, with (Blanc)'s authorization, he has decided to leave; he will bring Martin's letter. Martin hopes the diocese will not be deprived of the services Gélot's talents and less pretention could render. But Martin can only be glad he is going, less for himself than for Father (Philibert) Jordain who has not fully realized the fears Martin had of Gelot's influence. Last week Martin found in him some of the false ideas Gélot has about the work, the people, his salvation, (etc.). Jordain has need of encouragement; he wishes (Blanc) would write Jordain about his work in building his church. Gélot gave the Jubilee at Ile and had 60 or 70 Communions. It seems that Father (J.) Guy is always there, under one pretext or another, 3 or 4 times a week and without paying any attention to the orders of the Vicar General, administers baptisms and marriages. Martin plans to leave immediately after Easter taking Henry to the noviciate; he will take the holy oils. Jordain will replace Martin. When Easter is over, Martin himself will attend Ile.
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1852(?) Mar. 24
Benoit, Father Julien:
Fort Wayne, (Indiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) may perhaps recall that more than 14 years ago, Benoit received his generous hospitality. Since then Benoit has worked in the mission of Vincennes where (Blanc) has also labored. Benoit's health no longer permits him to do so and the doctors have advised a less rigorous climate than that of Indiana. Cannot (Blanc) find him a little resting place. He could be pastor, assistant, chaplain, anything (Blanc) thinks fit. (This letter is very faded and fragile; parts are illegible).
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1852 Mar. 24
Jordain, Father Ph(ilibert):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The sudden departure of Father Gelot obliges Jordain to write to tell (Blanc) the plan which circumstances force him to follow. Immediately after his arrival at Father (Auguste) Martin's, Jordain devoted himself to the part of the parish assigned to him, Campté and the surrounding area. His constant efforts have been toward the building of another church, due to the sad state of the old one. It has been begun and he hopes it will be finished in a few months. His knowledge of the country makes him share (Blanc)'s opinion that a priest is needed at Campté now more than ever. In the last 4 or 5 months he has been there every day, visiting the sick, saying Mass, overseeing the building or the subscription. These visits are tiring and expensive. He asks to be named pastor of Campté or have his salary of $150 raised or send him Mass stipends.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {4}
1852 Mar. 24
De Poorter:
St. James, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He has just learned that Father (Richard) Henessy, (C.M.), professor at the College at Cape Girardeau, has arrived in New Orleans and is to pay a visit to Donaldsonville to gather up the students going to the College as well as those going to St. Mary's Seminary. Will Blanc let De Poorter know what day his second son is to be at the meeting place?
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1852 Mar. 24
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The bearer of this letter, Marie Lamon, asks Blanc to receive into his seminary, her nephew, Arsène Prudent Deville, born April 28, 1838, son of the late Victor Deville and the late Prudence Martin, and baptized by Mina. He seems to have a decided vocation. Can Blanc come for Confirmation after Easter and set a date; First Communion will be numerous this year.
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1852 Mar. 25
Dartigues, J.V.:
Franklin, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
They are at a critical time; they are unable to meet the contracts for building their church. In like circumstances, the buildings revert back to the workmen for their salaries. Must it be sold or not? Blanc's reply will be their guide. (The letter): Courtesy of Father (Paul) Guerard.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1852 Mar. 25
Knowles(?), John Murray:
Baltimore, Maryland
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
His sister, now in England, married and came to New York in (18)42. Her husband, Meredith Lloyd Jones was ordered to New Orleans in (18)44 for his health. His sister received a letter in May (18)45 that he had died April 18 and was interred in a Catholic cemetery. Jones was the son of a Vicar of the Established Church of England but leaned very much to the Catholic Church when he left New York. A gentlemen in England stated he had seen her husband in Liverpool which scandal was designed to do his sister injury as she is in a dry goods establishment in Manchester. Knowles asks Blanc to send the certificate of Jones' death. Knowles' address is Father William Clarke, St. Joseph's Church.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1852 Mar. 25
Mégret, Father A(nthony) D(ésiré):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mégret, pastor of Lafayette and owner of Abbeville, gives full power to Father Stephen Rousselon to sell to (Blanc), for the use of the Catholics of Abbeville and Vermillion Parish, 12 lots marked Nos. 14 through 25, with the buildings, the church, the presbytery, fences, etc. for 4000 piastres which Mégret has received.
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1852 Mar. 25
O'Reilly, Father Michael:
Jackson, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
O'Reilly wrote a few days ago about the mission here. Since then he has partly made an agreement to take a house with two lots. The house when repaired will admit a part for a small chapel. The second lot might, some time hence, be appropriate to build a church. The whole can be had for $350; the repairs would be $250 to $300. If he obtains it he will have a temporary church until some arrangements be made about those bricks. His view has met the approbation of all at Jackson; if it pleases (Blanc) he will contract for the place in his name. Another motive is that they will be deprived of a place to have church at Jackson in a very short time; the house in which they have a room is now offered for sale.
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1852 Mar. 25
Winter, J.S.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to (Arch)bishop (Anthony) Blanc to join in matrimony, J.E. Pollock and Elizabeth Regan(?).
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1852 Mar. 26
Blenkinsop S.J., Father Peter J.:
Holy Cross, College
(Worchester, Massachusetts)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Chelsea, Mass(achusetts)
As far as he can figure out Brownson is about square with the College. If Brownson sends three issues of his Review for 1852 that will be as fair a settlement as he can desire.
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1852 March 26
McMaster, J(ames) A.:
New York, (New York)
to Brownson, (Orestes A.):
(Boston, Massachusetts)
While the writer was sick abed, the treasurer of the Catholic Institute left twenty-five dollars with him to be paid to Brownson for his lecture. The treasurer wished Brownson to have at least seventy-five dollars. The writer has delayed sending a check due to his sickness. At this date the writer has "quite recovered". He begs to be excused for the haste of this note.
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1852 Mar. 26
Rappe, (Louis) A(madeus) Bp. Cleveland:
Cleveland, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He has taken pity on the congregation of St. Joseph's, Holmes County and sent them Father (Augustin) Berger, but these German people are so poor as to be unable to support a priest. If Purcell is willing he suggests that some small neighboring congregations be attached to St. Joseph's to occupy the missionary and give him support. He would annex the place to Wooster but the distance is too great. He asks Purcell to find sufficient number of families at Knox or Coshocton to be taken care of by the pastor of St. Joseph's. If Purcell has one of his missioners take care of St. Joseph's that would be equally good. He has secured Patrick Banon of Cincinnati to do the plastering of the cathedral. The work will not be finished before the end of July. They count on Purcell for the sermon. Father (Louis) De Goesbriand is a sick. Fathers (Alexis) Caron and James Conlan are well and send their respects to Purcell.
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1852 Mar. 27
(Chanche), Bishop John Joseph:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Chanche) was sorry to learn that the Sisters in Cincinnati had separated from the motherhouse. He had heard of some dissatisfaction and wrote to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell) about it, who answered in rather an angry tone. (Chanche) cannot approve of these things; he thinks the advantages of being united to the house in Europe are so great (Chanche) is glad to hear that Blanc will go up the river but sorry he travels without a Bishop. (Chanche) is to start next week in the Magnolia. Two weeks in Cincinnati might be of great service. He will be much embarrassed if he does not make a collection. The Archbishop of Baltimore invited him to make a collection in his diocese. (Chanche) did not draw on Blanc. He sold the house, in which the school was, and he will have enough for the present. He ordained 3 priests on the feast of St. Joseph. One of them, Father (Peter) Holton asked to go to New Orleans for a few days; probably after Easter. During (Chanche)'s absence he will leave the congregation here in charge of Father (Richard B.) Hardey; so far he has done well. (Chanche) has a priest with him, Father (Francis Xavier) Leray. Father (Mathurin F.) Grignon and Holton he sends to Vicksburg until his return from the Council. He has no vicar general and probably needs none.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 16mo. - {6}
(18)52 Mar. 27
McDavitt, John:
New York, N(ew) Y(ork)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Some years ago, McDavitt had a letter from the Bishop of New Orleans, addressed to Maghera, Ireland, where he then lived, in regard to some money due him by Father Robert (Doogan) Dugan laboring in Alexandria, where he died, by which $50 or more was lost to McDavitt. On arriving in New York, McDavitt was told that Dugan's bishop would pay all his debts.
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1852 Mar. 27
O'Callaghan, John:
Clinton, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
During his mission in these parishes, Father A. Doyle got O'Callaghan to make him a suit of clothes and neglected to pay for it. The price is $34. It will take years to repair the injury suffered by the removal of Father C(harles) Chambost. He was loved and respected by all. O'Callaghan was much pleased at finding that his letter on a former occasion had been anticipated.
VI-1-e - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1852 Mar. 27
Revel, E(di?)th:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Miss Langlois, learning of her stay here, has asked Revel to present her respects. Revel is not able to come in person but takes this occasion to assure (Blanc) that his new parishioner has esteem and respect for him. Father (?) Ozanam, of Lyons, whom Revel often saw in Paris, talked of (Blanc). (Revel's address is) at Mr. F. Fryer's.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1852 Mar. 28
Baraga, (Father) Frederick:
L'Anse, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit (Michigan)
Baraga received the Rescripts and Statutes of Dec. 25, 1851 and of Jan. 20, 1852 and wants to make the following request: 1. To be dispensed from burning a lamp before the Holy Sacrament, as he goes to the different missions on Keweenaw Point 3 or 4 times a year and as often to those of Ontonagon. Every such missionary visit takes almost 3 weeks. Besides his oil is so coarse that the lamp requires constant care. It would be difficult to keep it burning all night. 2. In regard to the renovation of the Holy Sacrament and the baking of altar-breads, he would to keep the old custom of renewing it once a month, as he had always understood it and as Father (Angelus) Van Paemel told him too. 3. Midnightmass at Christmas is the most solemn ceremony in the Indian missions. He cannot conveniently abolish it without an express order from the Bishop, which he could show to his congregation. But if the Bishop wants to abolish it, Baraga will do so. He wants an express order written in French or English.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - (English) - 2pp. - 8vo - {2}
1852 Mar. 28
Sadlier, J(ames):
Montreal, (Canada)
to (Orestes A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts
He is rejoiced that Brownson has consented to deliver another course of lectures for the Catholic Institute, presumably on the subjects they agreed on in Boston. He will be happy to have Brownson and his daughter make their home with them during his stay. He understands that Mrs. Donahue is coming with them. The Protestants begin to grumble a little at Brownson's coming. They have never forgiven him for his last course of lectures.
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1852 Mar. 29
Blanchet, Widow J.:
New Iberia, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
She begs Blanc not to be vexed with her because of her request from the church to Father (J.E.) Blin. Her sad situation has forced her to it. She has her mother and 4 children to feed, and to clothe the two who are at Grand Coteau. Blin told her she would be paid. Since the church opened, after the death of Father (Julien) Priour, She saw what the church needed, and after Blin came she continued to clean and decorate the altars, and to prepare the church for services, and to do the laundry. Sometimes Mrs. Dubuclet helped her with the linens. After 13 months, Blanchet sent her mother to ask Blin what the church allowed her. Blin said he would write to the Bishop about it. She often said her work was worth $200 but she would be satisfied to feed her children. Blanc's offer of 50 piastres almost killed her but she reflected that Blanc did not know what she has done, that Blin had not told him.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - folio - {4}
1852 Mar. 29
Connely and Mercer:
Houma, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
For some time, they have had for collection, some claims against the Catholic Church in this place, for work an materials. They have endeavored without success to obtain payment from the administrators. If they present these claims to Blanc, approved by Messrs. Aycock, Gagné and Lirette, will Blanc pay? They say Blanc assumed to do so when the church was sold to him; they have no money belonging to the church. P.S. The claims amount to 5 or $600.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {6}
1852 Mar. 29
Jacquet, Father Jean Marie:
Chattanooga, Tenn(essee)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
About 2 months ago, Jacquet wrote to Father J(ames) I(gnatius) Mullon, pastor of St. Patrick's asking for news of Mary McMahan and her two daughters, Winefred and Ellen who were to leave Liverpool for New Orleans on September 23 on the steamer Charles Saunders(?) to come to join the husband who has not heard from her since. Having received no replay from Mullon, Jacquet writes again. If these poor Irish are in New Orleans, Blanc probably knows them. If they are, they should write to Denis MacMahan. They may have died on the trip; if so, the captain of the steamer must have given notice of it.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {6}
(18)52 Mar. 29
Praz, R.S.C.J., Madame A(nnette):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mother (Maria) Cutts, (R.S.C.J.) did not wish to yield to anyone the pleasure of telling (Blanc) of her safe arrival but she has been so busy that she left yesterday for Baton Rouge, leaving Praz that pleasant duty. They were surprised at Cutts' arrival as they had made other arrangements. All the places are filled and Cutts brought with her, 4 French, 5 Americans, and 4 Germans, giving them 5,4 at Natchitoches, the rest for Grand Coteau. Cutts took to Grand Coteau, Madame Stanislas, (R.S.C.J.), who came from Natchitoches, and Madame Doremus, (R.S.C.J.) for whom a change of air is necessary. Cutts asks Praz to tell (Blanc) that she is sorry she could not go through New Orleans to present all her travellers; Cutts will write when she gets back to Grand Coteau. She returns tomorrow to Baton Rouge and will leave St. Michael Friday.
VI-1-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}
1852 Mar. 29
Canavan, Father Patrick:
Monroe, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
He has just received Blanc's letter inclosing $20 for their church, together with the $22 Blanc gave Mr. Moore, making $42 for Blanc's subscription. It is almost impossible to get money here from those who have subscribed. They have no means to paint the church at present; if Blanc permits him to draw about $400 for a year, it will be paid back. The church is truly a beautiful one. When Blanc visits Ouachita he will be able to say it is. There is nothing like it in northern Louisiana. After Easter Canavan must go to Shreveport and keep everything going there until Blanc can send a priest. He does not see any way to get money. He has had none from Monroe or any place else. He was sorry after that letter went to the post office because he spoke a little too hard. But when the Doctor showed Moore's letter saying Blanc did not know anything about it Canavan thought he might suppose Canavan had never given an account of the money. Canavan has every prospect of having lots at Shreveport when he returns there. His health is good and he hopes many are making their jubilee. He now has more coming to church than all the other sects. If it is possible to send vestments, altar stone, and chalice, they could be sent to Father Martin of Natchitoches; Canavan must go that way after Easter. P.S. Canavan was at Shreveport when Dr. C. H. Dabbs wrote to Moore to call on Blanc for the money.
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1852 Mar. 30
O'Connor, M(ichael), Bp. of Pittsburgh:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He sends six months pension for the five young men in the seminary. He hopes Purcell has not found him leading him into difficulties by his turning on Americanism. Several professors are about giving letters in reply, not to mention the small fry who are assailing O'Connor in every way. O'Connor asks for information regarding a German priest who was at Zanesville and later in Texas.
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1852 Mar. 30
Norris, Father John W.:
Racine, Wisconsin
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He delivered Purcell's effects to the express company. He reserved one copy of the "Ordo Cattolico" for his Bishop. The expense of his box of 700 lbs. from Rome was $94.80. He regrets to hear of Purcell's disappointment with regard to Father (Richard) Murphy (?); his conduct on the voyage was most exemplary. Norris expresses his joy at the prospect of soon seeing Rosy (Father Sylvester H. Rosecrans?) a co-laborer in the field. The rough ways of his mission are gradually being smoothed down. He thinks himself now willing to labor and die in this his first mission.
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1852 Mar. 31
O'Connor, Bishop M(ichael):
Pittsburgh, (Pennsylvania)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
O'Connor got himself into a regular acrape with his lectures on the Influence of Catholicity. The chief man in the Presbyterian Seminary is to come out with a reply next week. O'Connor asks Brownson to assist him in supporting some of his positions. He hopes Brownson can produce documents to show the decay of Protestantism in France or any works showing the present position of Protestant Churches throughout the world. He asks Brownson to borrow for him documentary evidence from Mr. Roddan. He feels the main difficulty will turn on "religious liberty". He is under the impression that Brownson modified his opinion of the comparative excellence of the Justinian Code.
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1852 Mar. 31
Kovy, (?)O.F.M. Cap., Father Peter:
Aix, (Provence, France)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan)
Kovy hopes that (Lefevere) will not receive this letter in a bad spirit. He has been stationed on an Island where there are many soldiers. Nearly every day he has had to administer the sacraments to soldiers in hospitals, in the presence of prostitutes. He has tried to have these wicked women removed at least while he is administering the sacraments but has been ridiculed by the soldiers. Likewise there was a stable of horses near the church which made so much noise that they disturbed the services. He complained to the higher officers with the result that he has lost favor with the military who made many false charges against him. Feeling that he was no longer useful in the region or the country he has asked his superiors for a decree of secularization. His superiors grant this on condition that he is accepted by a bishop and presents documents to that effect. Kovy asked (Lefevere) to receive him so that he may work for him in the vineyard of the Lord. P.S. He knows some English, German and Flemish.
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1852 Mar. 31
Moriarty, Father P()E.:
St. Augustine's, Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Bishop (John Fitzpatrick):
Boston, Massachusetts
Some time ago he sent a letter to (Orestes A.) Brownson to the Bishops' care. Moriarty learned that he was in the western country at the time. He has not received any acknowledgment and feels uneasy as it contained a check for $60.
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