1852 Nov. 2
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mina asks to have said as soon as possible, 15 other Masses, including one for the 8th, the 9th, and the 15th of this month. Father (Angelo) Mascaroni has said he could not oblige Mina as he still feels his last sickness. So Mina hopes Blanc will send the priest he spoke of in his last letter as soon as possible because he is overwhelmed with request for Masses at which they wish to assist and others who want them said only at St. John Baptist.
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1852 Nov. 2
Mitchell, James:
New York, (new York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Mass(achusetts)
In the latter part of the momth of August he sent Brownson $50, the balance of the proceeds of the lecture delivered before the Catholic Institute. It is necessary for his report to have an acknowlegement of the same.
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(18)52 Nov. 3
Grignon, Father M(athurin) F.:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Grignon is sorry to have to contradict the last letter he wrote about Father (Julien) Guillou. He was doing well until the cold and rain came. He is still in bed; he seems better. Father (Peter) Holton left for Yazoo City the Wednesday of the week they received (Blanc)'s letter. The recommendation to have him read the letters of faculties was more than apropos. Holton had also received one from Bishop Chanche with certain restrictions. (Blanc) had given him another at Natchez, Holton said, but without date or signature. Grignon has heard nothing said about Vicksburg for a long time. Father (Francis Xavier) Leray left perfectly well for Jackson last week. Grignon did not find Judge Bullock at home but he learned from the secretary of the Court that all is in order. They received what was needed for the formalities of the will and all was registered at the last session. He has had the box for the pictures repaired; he can wrap them up whenever (Blanc) wishes. The Sisters (of Charity) will send (Blanc) a receipt for the money Grignon brought them. From a collection for the orphans on All Saints Day, they collected a little over $50.
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1852 Nov. 3
Navarron, (Father) Louis:
Stone-Lick, Clermont County, (Ohio)
to (Archbishop) J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, O(hio)
Navarron tells Bishop Purcell that his sickness has not been long or severe as expected, since the retreat and the mission of Father (Bernard) Hengehold. After leaving the seminary Navarron spent the first night with Father (John) Luers and he was back in Stone-Lick on Monday. He helped Father Hengehold during the mission and during the festival of all Saints and on the commemoration of all Souls he performed his Holy Functions with great easiness. Friday, Father Hengehold left Father Navarron for Fayetteville. During the mission, Hengehold used a great zeal. The majority of Catholics, Germans, or French-Germans attended. Holy Communion was given to 160 persons. Hengehold baptized a German woman, and, with her husband's approval, she requested to have their marriage confirmed by Father Hengehold. Yesterday, Navarron baptized another woman, For the year, 14 children, and two adults made their first communion, 13 children and 2 adults were baptized and six marriages were celebrated. Navarron emphasizes Father Hengehold's excellent work and expresses the hope that it will do great good in his congregation. Father (Michael. M) Hallinan will tell Purcell what he sent to the Seminary.
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1852 Nov. 5
Abbadie, S.J., Father J(ohn) F(rancis):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Father (Joseph) Lavay, (S.J.), slightly ill since yesterday, asks Abbadie to write for a dispensation for Paul Alfred Kleinpeter and Henrietta A. Smith. The wedding is set for next Wednesday. Father (Vital) Gilles, (S.J.) will have told Blanc that all is going well here.
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1852 Nov. 6
Abbadie, S.J., Father J(ohn) F(rancis):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He asks for a dispensation for Jouel(?) B. Pullen and Suzan Rodey; they wish to marry next Thursday. Father (J.) Lavay, (S.J.) is threatened with a bad fever.
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(18)52 Nov. 6
Paré, Father J.O.:
Montreal, (Canada)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
The Bishop of Montreal asks (Blanc) to send him a certificate attesting to the death of Father (C.) Mouret, formerly of St. Polycarp in the diocese of Montreal and said to have died since in New Orleans.
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1852 Nov. 7
Cambiaso, S.J., Father J(ohn):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Cambiaso recommends to Rousselon a Mexican lady who has been in the city only a few days and who wishes to marry this evening in order to leave tomorrow or the next day. Cambiaso had informed the future husband that the judge's license is not sufficient for the marriage to be celebrated without banns but that he could obtain a dispensation. The future husband has scarcely enough for his trip to Vera Cruz. Cambiaso has told him that Rousselon would do his best for him.
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(18)52 Nov. 7
Praz, R.S.C.J., Madame A(nnette):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Praz thanks (Blanc) for his letter. They all came out of retreat encouraged and strengthened. Everyone is well except Madame Hoa, (R.S.C.J.); they fear that last year's accident is showing up again. Praz asks (Blanc)'s prayers for her and for Mother Cruice, (R.S.C.J.) Superior at Buffalo. They think it is the aftermath of cholera as this house lost 3 and it seems that the house may have to be abandoned. Praz does not know whether Father (Anthony J.) Jourdan(t, S.J.) has told (Blanc) that Madame Eugénie Fréret, (R.S.C.J.) has been here since the 29th of last month; she is to spend her vacation with them. Madame (Anna) Shannon, (R.S.C.J.) came with her and stayed only 2 days. At Grand Coteau, all are well, but at Natchitoches Madame Antoinette (Pizarro) Martinez, (R.S.C.J.) is gravely ill. Mother (Telcide) Landry, (R.S.C.J.) wrote that she fears for her. Mother (Maria) Cutts, (R.S.C.J.) had a good trip to St. Louis; Praz fears that her return will be delayed since Mother (Anna) de Rousier, (R.S.C.J.) was not yet at St. Louis at the end of last month. Praz sends the note which (Blanc) requested and asks him to arrange all these affairs. They pay $500 a year beginning January 1. Could Mr. Mullen give $300 a year for his two daughters without too much inconvenience? Perhaps he could get a reduction from the teacher when he brings his children. In case Mullen accepts, Praz sends the numbers for the children, 106 and 111. They should come by the 22nd.
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1852 Nov. 7
Tucker, N.A.:
Burlington, (Vermont)
to (Orestes A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts)
The long agony is over and Franklin Pierce is President of the United States. He was bewildered so overwhelming has been the defeat of the Whig party. The Webster party was too weak to have brought is about. He cannot help but feel that there has been a deep and traitorous scheme among the wire pullers of the Whigs which has resulted in the complete betrayal of its interests. The choice of their candidate he has always looked upon as foolish one. The Irish Catholics denounce the tyranny of England, yet when they are asked to support a government that will be American in its interests instead of succumbing to English patronage, they will tell you that British policy is preferable to Whig policty. Tucker's object in writing now is a personal matter. He had occasion to go to confession in Pittsburgh and the priest accused him of using his influence to impair the confidence and influence of the priests. The priest said that this interference in their function by the laity is an obnoxious feature in the character of converts. Brownson can imagine Tucker's emotions on being charged with such malicious and false accusations.
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1852 Nov. 7
Vignes, H(enriet)te:
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Vignes received Blanc's letter of the 30th. In the letter of which she spoke she told Blanc the reasons they had not sent Joseph (Vignes) to the College. Raymond (Vignes) not being able to take him at the time, asked her to write to let Blanc know. A school opened nearby and they sent Joseph there for the six months it was held. She wrote Blanc to ask if they could bring him later but Blanc did not receive this letter. Blanc is to let them know, whether they can bring him now and if his letter to the president will be good this year.
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1852 Nov. 8
Marshall, J( ) T.:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He has not long since returned from Europe where he had taken pains to make preparations for the enterprise shadowed forth in the manuscript which he encloses which is the leader of a new daily paper intends to start. He hopes Brownson will comment upon the editorial. He comes to Brownson because he does not wish to be called the tool of anyone in New York. He will be obedient to his ecclesiastical superiors but does not want to be called their organ.
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1852 Nov. 8
Kinsela, Andrew Edward:
Franklin, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon?:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He is ready to lay the floor of the church; the flooring from the city is much better than any here. Father (Symphorian) Guinand will explain it to (Rousselon); he can have it deducted out of the inside Work. Kinsela will do the inside work as reasonable as he can. The flooring will be about $180 or not over $200. He will write to some merchant in New Orleans or go himself.
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1852 Nov. 8
(Vandevelde), Bishop James Oliver:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
The bearer of this letter is Mr. Bazyn, the same name as the second Bishop of Vincennes, whom (Vandevelde) mentioned in his last letter. His character, outlined in the letter, has given no contradiction during the 5 weeks he has spent here. (Vandevelde) kept him because of the yellow fever at New Orleans; he told Bazyn to go directly to the city rather than to get off at Donaldsonville so that Rousselon can get an idea of him and his talents. He needs to be trained and this could be done at the seminary during the Bishop's absence. If he does not have enough learning to be a priest, he would have no objection to becoming a Brother. (Vandevelde) paid his way from St. Louis to Natchez and will do so to New Orleans. (Vandevelde) counts on Miss Norris arriving with the cassock tomorrow. He has written to Father (Julien) Guillou to come to Natchez after the retreat. (Vandevelde) may be in the city for the closing.
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(18)52 Nov. 9
Martin, Father Aug(uste):
(Natchitoches, Louisiana)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. D. will give (Rousselon) $27.25, the sum due Father (Andrew?) Rossi by Martin Delmonico. Could (Rousselon) send Martin a violet vestment; he could spend $30.
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1852 Nov. 9
Glajeux, Berard des:
Paris, (France)
to Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
The Central Councils of the Association for the Propagation of the Faith have allocated 12,000 francs to the diocese of Detroit for 1852. As customary, one-fifth of this sum will be kept until the amount of collections for the year is known in February 1853. The Sacra Congregatione de Propaganda (Fide) has made it the duty of the Association to distribute the offerings of the Association for the support of all the workers in the missions and not as a subsidy exclusively applicable to the bishops, vicars apostolic and heads of missions. (This printed form letter is signed by Glajeux as president and by Choiselat Gallien as treasurer).
On the same paper:1852 Nov. 9
Gallien, G. Choiselat:
Paris, (France)
to Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan
The instalment for the allocation of 1852 decided by the Central Councils for the Diocese of Detroit is 6000 francs for which Lefevere will find a draft enclosed. The condition of a double alms, one for the poor and the one for the Association (of the Propagation of the Faith) imposed on the faithful for the jubilee opened by the encyclical of November 21, 1851, ought to provide funds for the missions. (This letter is signed by Gallien as treasurer). P.S. If Lefevere has charged one of his priests or some other zealous persons to establish an association in his diocese, Choiselat asks that he send in the name of that person and the number of Annales to send to him.
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1852 Nov. 10
Barlow,:
Ed. and Co(mpany)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Francois Jaminais:
Bill of exchange for 3,000 francs as advised by Vols(?) and Detham(?) (Endorsed by ?) Father J(ohn) E(tienne) Blin, August 22, 1853.
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1852 Nov. 10
Kenrick, Francis Patrick, Abp. Baltimore:
Baltimore, Maryland
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Kenrick received from Bishop (Michael) O'Connor of Pittsburgh the official documents from the S. Cong. regarding the decrees of the National Council of 1852. A general approbation has been given, but many corrections have been made. The regulation of seminaries is recommended on the plan of St. Charles. The Catechism are returned without formal approbation but they may be published for general use. Bishop (John) Timon feels that Kennedy ought to be allowed a copyright for a limited time. The Holy See is disposed to restrict their faculties in regard to mixed marriages. The S. Cong. limits to five years the leave to use the formulary for infants in baptizing adults. The desire to establish uniformity in the feasts and fasts is not approved of. They refuse to give aprimatial character to Baltimore. The Cardinals appear to be averse to establishing the Sees of Brooklyn and Covington on account of their vicinity to large cities. Kenrick asks Purcell to communicate this to his suffragans.
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1852 Nov. 10
O'Donnell, John:
Portland, (Maine)
to (Orestes A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts)
He wrote some time ago inviting Brownson to deliver the Introductory to the course of Lectures before their society and presumes from his silence that he has consented. The time is Dec. 2.
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1852 Nov. 10
Poincy, D., Company
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A bill for $25 from September 27 to November 6. Receipted by W(illia)m D. Duffy.
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1852 Nov. 10
St. Sulpice, Father A. de:
Chambéry, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He asks news of Father Paul Gelot of Chambéry, for whom he sent dimissorial letters in December, 1850. Since then, his mother has heard nothing and is very anxious. Her many letters have had no reply. St. Sulpice asks (Blanc) to inform Gelot of the difficulties his silence has caused and to ask him to send a letter to the Archbishop of Chambéry for fear that his letter might be held by some ill-intentioned members of the family, as Mrs. Gelot seems to fear. If Gelot is no longer in the New Orleans diocese, (Blanc) is to give them his address.
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1852 Nov. 12
Brümmer, Father J(ohn) W.:
Dayton, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Brummer does not think that his conduct has been actuated by other motives than those which he considers of necessity for the character, authority, and respect due to a priest in his place of labor. He will state the general difficulties of his position with Father (Henry) Juncker. He has always been perfectly happy here. Father Juncker, one of the most worthy priests, was never accustomed to consult anyone in the government of his parish and is persuaded by principle and experience that the less influence the second priest has in the parish the better. Brummer failed to keep his authority by not being firm and prudent enough in the beginning. This was perhaps one of the causes of Miss Hannover's and other's disrespect for Brummer. Being long with Father Juncker as housekeeper, Miss Hannover thinks herself the most necessary personage in the parish and that without her, Father Juncker could not be a good pastor. Father Juncker thinks her more important than Brummer. It is a very great indiscretion in Juncker to be so indulgent to all this. Brummer can furnish proofs if Purcell desires. His room and meals are not the chief causes of his discontent as Father Juncker seems to thing. Brummer would like to know Purcell's orders as soon as possible. The suspense is not agreeable, although he is now treated as a prince. Brummer would like to be with Juncker if Miss Hannover would be what she ought to be, a simple servant and if Juncker would act towards him as a priest of the parish. After Dayton his greatest attraction is for Piqua. He assures Purcell of his great respect for Juncker. He will wind up his affairs in Miamisburg if ordered to leave.
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(1852?) Nov. 12
Legendre, Father (Edward E.):
Assumption Seminary,
(Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
May a young priest, wishing to be in perfect conformity with Rome, ask several questions on the matter of liturgy? He had said Mass only 3 or 4 times when he perceived some contradictions in different sources, concerning inclinations of the head. The day the bishop ordained Legendre, he said he would write that same week. But Legendre has waited in vain to know whether he is to stay here or go into a parish. He sang Mass for the first time on the eve of All Saints in Assumption church; he was to sing it again the next day at Paincourt. But on arriving, the pastor begged him to give an instruction on the imitation of the saints. The next day Legendre was sent back to officiate there. Last Sunday he preached at the High Mass.
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1852 Nov. 12
Marshall, J( ) T.:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He had not listened to Brownson's teachings for so many years without discerning the spirit which lay at the bottom of them all - the spirit of generous courtesy. The criticisms referred to are just. He values Brownson's opinion more than any other person's connected with the press. He omitted the Irish interests that they might be made the subject of a special article. He is a Democrat but God knows that his aim is to glorify Him. Politicians must be made to fear and respect them.
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1852 Nov. 12
(Montalembert, Charles de):
Brussels, (Belgium)
to (Orestes A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts)
He has been particularly struck by Brownson's considerations of the difference between Roman Law and Common Law and the influence of this distinction on the course of history. Nothing can be more fatal to the dominion of a real Catholic spirit in the policy of any country than the influence of the Roman system of laws. This dangerous doctrine has become the fundamental axiom of French legislation. It has found a clever expounder in Trop-long, one of the chief advisers to the future Emperor. The former pride and revolt of France against the truth and the freedom of God's holy Church has but too well deserved the cruel humiliation which she has now to endure. But what is still more afflicting is that the Catholic cause should appear as an accomplice in what is now going on in France. He trusts that Brownson was not led astray by the language of the "Univers" which has become the herald of the new-fangled despotism which France has adopted as a preservative against socialism. Montalembert has endeavored to give all his arguments against this new system of Catholic absolutism in a volume which he sent Brownson. It would be too long for him to state all the reason which he has for his utter want of confidence in the moral worth of Napoleon III, and his system. He knew him well and stood by him as long as there appeared to be any danger of a renewed attack of socialism. But since he has seen Napoleon use his omnipotence to injure the cause of justice and property, he felt it was his duty to stand aside from any connection with him. Napoleon neither understands nor desires the real freedom of the Church. He declined to repeal the dangerous laws against the Church which were passed by his uncle. Montalembert lists a few leaders who remain true to the old program. The "Univers" has done much harm to weaken the influence of religion and revived the old prejudices against the indentity of the clergy and despotism. He does not agree with Brownson on the present war.
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1852 Nov. 13
Borgess, Father C(aspar) H.:
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Borgess requests a dispensation for Martin Hinter schitt to marry a first cousin. His reason is that he has an aged mother and two sisters to support and that he must marry someone he was sure would agree. Borgess asks for some definite directions on the matter of renting the pews to the English and German portions of his congregation. He heard there was a disapprobation of the arrangement he made on the advice of some clergymen and which he thought met with Purcell's approval.
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1852 Nov. 13
Reynolds, Bishop I(gnatius) A.:
Charleston, S(outh) C(arolina)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Reynolds has just received (Blanc)'s letter of the 9th. The prospect is not very promising. He will leave on the 16th and hopes to be in N(ew) Orleans on the 20th or 21st. He fears it will trouble (Blanc) to lodge him during the retreat and he might stop at Mr. Lavais' until it is over. He will remain only 3 weeks. He dreads it for he is a miserable beggar.
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1852 Nov. 15
Jordain, Father Ph(ilibert):
Campté, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Jordain recently received a letter from Father (Auguste) Martin announcing the retreat. It was impossible to go because his means do not permit so expensive a trip; also his health is too poor. He hopes to see (Blanc) toward the middle of next January. The church is finished except for some little things that would not really keep him from saying Mass there, like the steeple, two inside doors, some pews etc. But he thinks everything will be ready for the 8th of next month. Martin has consented to bless it; Jordain asks (Blanc) to authorize him to do so. P.S. Jordain has not yet found a loan but someone has promised him $400 after the sale of the cotton.
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1852 Nov. 16
Brümmer, Father J.W.:
Dayton, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He received Purcell's letter yesterday and read it over at least ten times. He will try to occasion the like no more. Monday will see him on the way to St. Dominick's. He hopes the chalice and vestments are there. He asks Purcell to pray for him and his new mission.
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1852 Nov. 16
Mitchell, James:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
Brownson's letter did not reach Mitchell. Now as regards the invitation to lecture, he thinks the list of speakers for the season is complete. If the list should be filled and the members thereby debarred from the pleasure of hearing Brownson, the Institute will still cherish the hope of availing themselves of the privilege later.
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1852 Nov. 16
(Purcell), Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In return for (Blanc)'s many acts of kindness, (Purcell) sends him Father Arnold Pinkers. He is a native of Holland, of the family of St. Francis, a pious and zealous priest. (Purcell) would keep him here, where he has been one year, if he had a suitable mission for him. His French congregations are in the roughest part of Ohio and Pinkers is unable to travel on horseback. Bishop (Martin John) Spalding and Father (David A. Duparq) Du Parque left here on Saturday for Europe. Bishop (Michael) O'Connor is coming back with all their acts approved, so he writes, except the primacy of Baltimore and the creation of sees and appointment of bishops. The wine, (Purcell) supposes is turned to brine; he has written to Mr. Lafargue to claim the insurance.
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1852 Nov. 16
Saulnier, Father Edm(ond):
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father (Edward E. Legendre:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Yesterday, Saulnier received Legendre's letter; he saw Mr. Walsh who said he had received a box for Legendre. Enclosed is the address where he can find the box at New Orleans. Saulnier read in the Propagateur Catholique that Legendre was ordained October 24. Everything here is as Legendre left it except that Archbishop (Peter Richard) Kenrick has had some changes made in the sanctuary and 2 side chapels of the Cathedral. While waiting for the work to be finished, the priests have been saying Mass at St. Mary's German Church. They had a visit from Father (Irenaeus J.M.) St. Cyr; he is sorry Legendre did not incorporate here. Legendre is with several whom Saulnier knows: Fathers Escoffier, Delcros, etc., he sends regards. (P.S.) Legendre's baptismal name begins with an E.; is it Eugene, Edouard, Edmond, Eutrope? His respects to Bishop Blanc. (Enclosed is a note): J.F.E. Walsh would send to (James Connoly and Co(mpany) the box addressed to Legendre.
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1852 Nov. 18
Kenrick, Archbishop Francis Patrick:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Official information has reached Kenrick of the approval of the decrees of their National Council. The Holy See objects to the abrogation of the festivals observed in the Eastern dioceses as savoring of a National Church. It declines giving any higher grade to Baltimore. The introduction of the feast of the Circumcision is recommended, also that of the Immaculate Conception. The Catechism is sent back without special approbation. The Society for the conversion of heretics is approved. They seem determined to restrict faculties in regard to mixed marriages. They allow the form of baptizing infants in the baptism of adults for 5 years. The documents have not yet reached Kenrick. It is understood that Natchez will be soon provided. Father (James Oliver) Vandevelde would suit it or Natchitoches. The health of Father Coskery will scarcely allow him to go to the North, whilst the South might suit him. Father (Lewis Regis) Deluol communicated to Bishop O'Connor his opposition to the promotion of Father (Gilbert) Raymond. Kenrick asks (Blanc) to communicate the intelligence to his suffragans.
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1852 Nov. 18
Kenrick, Francis Patrick, Archbishop of:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to (Bishop John Baptist Purcell):
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Kenrick has received from Bishop (Michael O'Connor,) of Pittsburg(h) the official documents from the S(acred) Cong(regatione de Propaganda Fide) regarding the decrees of the (First Plenary) Council (of Baltimore). A general approbation has been given by his Holiness (Pius IX). A recommendation on the regulation of seminaries is made. The catechisms are returned. Bishop (John) Timon (C.M.) feels that (Patrick J.) Kennedy ought to be allowed a copyright for a limited time. Otherwise (John) Murphy can drive all others from the market. The Holy see has restricted faculties regarding mixed marriages, absolution of complices, and baptizing of adults. Uniformity in feasts and fasts was not allowed because it tends to a National Church. The primatial character is denied Baltimore except one of honor only. The Cardinals appear averse to establishing the sees of Brooklyn and Covington.
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1852 Nov. 23
(Purcell), J(ohn), B(aptist) Archbishop:
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Purcell received the above letter and sends it on to Lefevere. He asks if Lefevere is not pleased with the selection of Father (Theodore Joseph de) Montpellier of Namur as successor to the Bishop of Liege, (Belgium). Purcell knows Montpellier and thinks it a most auspicious one Purcell sends his best regards to Father (Peter) Kindekens.
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1852 Nov. 18
Margaret, (S.C.), Sister Mary:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s letter came yesterday. She went in to see Sister Augustine, (S.C.) and gave her the letter. After perusing it and hearing how things are, she said she would write to Sister (Francis) Regis (Barrett, S.C.) telling her not to let M. come as she had written to Mother about Sister F. going to N(ew) O(rleans). M. might be disappointed in not being permitted to take Sister F. which Margaret hopes she will be disappointed in. Margaret heard from Sister F. herself that she was to go with M. next week. When she spoke to Sister A(ugustine?) about M. coming to see her, she told her she had no permission to admit externs, consequently she could not stop at the Asylum. Today Margaret received a letter from Mother, saying Sister Clement, (S.C.) is to return to St. Louis; she will not leave until the Sisters (of Charity) come from home. Margaret hopes her successor here will be of this company. At the hospital, since the first of the month, they have received 49 patients, discharged 44, and 8 died; there remain about 59. Margaret thinks the Mayor and governors of the hospital are kindly disposed toward them as (Blanc) will see by the enclosed reports (no enclosure). The doctor has nothing to do but pay his daily visit; there is no resident physician, the Sisters are more at their ease. Margaret told Mother that the Lord never intended her to be Sister Servant. (Blanc) is to beg God to take the burden from her.
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1852 Nov. 19
Kelly, Bishop Francis:
Derry, (Ireland)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Kelly recommends the bearer, Edward Begley; he is a young man of excellent moral character. He goes to make inquiry regarding a brother and sister who were left destitute and are supposed to reside in Blanc's diocese. (In another hand on the letter): Edward Begley, supposed to have died in Vicksburg about 1841 leaving a boy, 6 and a girl, 1 month. Mother died in (18)44. Henry Aloysius Begley, Mary Begley. Henry Boyle, linen merchant.
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 16mo. - {5}
1852 Nov. 19
Leveque, R.S.C., Madame Louisa:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Since Mother left, Leveque has been seeking a pretext to write. She wishes to talk of the final vows of Madame Jourdan, (R.S.C.) for the feast of the Presentation. Knowing that Mother had seen (Blanc) at St. Michael, Leveque was sure that everything was arranged. But she has just thought about the examination for the final vows. Not having time for an answer, she has asked their Father Superior to examine this Sister who has edified them since her arrival. They miss (Blanc)'s visits, especially for the distribution of their prizes. They have just had an excellent retreat. Leveque was not able to attend; she had the house to look after. A letter from Mother, dated October 27, says that she is still waiting for Mother (Anna) du Rousier, (R.S.C.).
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1852 Nov. 20
Hecker C.SS. R. I(saac) T.:
(New York, New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts
Hecker invites Brownson to attend the consecration of their church in New York, Sunday the 28th by Archbishop (John Hughes) with the sermon. They hope the Bishop of Boston, will sing the Mass. At vespers the sermon will be by Bishop (John) Neuman. He asks to be remembered to Brownson's family.
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1852 Nov. 20
Brent, John Carroll:
Washington, (District of Columbia)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Blanc has been elected an honorary member of the Young Catholic Friends Society. Their objects are to afford a Catholic education to poor children, to clothe them and to foster union among Catholics of this city. The Society is similar to those with the same name in Baltimore and Boston. Brent signs as corresponding secretary.
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1852 Nov. 20
(Brownson, Jr.), Orestes:
Buckskin, (Indiana)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Mass(achusetts)
William writes that he expects to return there in the spring. It seems to Orestes that it would be useless for him to do so because he has nothing there but the land his father bought him and it is too late now to cultivate the land. Orestes does not want to have anything more to do with William. William left owing him money. William left without giving him the certificate to the land so he would get the patent. Orestes is confident that a visit from Brownson would restore him to Brownson's good graces. Orestes is still his affectionate son.
I-3-k - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1852 (Nov. 20)
Rulh, V.:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
An itemized receipted bill for $74.20 for pharmacy supplies from January 1 through November 20. One item is for Father (F.) Legrand. Prescriptions of Dr. Dubourg and Dr. Faget are listed.
VI-1-d - Bill S. - (French) - 3pp. - folio - {4}
1852 Nov. 20
O'Dougherty, Father J(ulius):
Toronto, C(anada)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
O'Dougherty wrote on September 27 about the adjusting of all his little temporalities before leaving for his new and remote field of labor. This would detain him some weeks from availing himself of (Blanc)'s acceptance of his services. Now his affairs are nearly all arranged and his Bishop promises satisfactory dimissorials. Next week he will spend in retreat and then await a line from (Blanc) to learn if there may be some commissions he may execute for him before he leaves.
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1852 Nov. 21
Abbadie, S.J., Father J(ohn) F(rancis):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He replies to (Blanc)'s letter of the 2nd. There are many Davises but no Robert Davis. The only illegitimate child in their records, around the time mentioned, shows up on August 26, 1845. The only chance now would be to find out where the mother of this child lives and learn whether she is the one being sought. Father (Anthony) Parret, (S.J.) has finally arrived, he made his debut in English today. He is on his way now to baptize, at Mr. Hicky's, the dying child of Valery Trudeau. This morning Father (Joseph) Lavay, (S.J.) said his first Mass since the 4th. The convent will reopen next Thursday; Abbadie will say the Mass of the Holy Spirit there Friday.
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1852 Nov. 21
Jourdant, S.J., Father Ant(hony) J.:
Spring-Hill, (Alabama)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Jourdant has just learned from Father (John F.) Cambiaso, (S.J.) that they intended to have Father (Louis) Dufour pay for the furniture left by their Fathers at St. Michael. They never had that idea; Jourdant only recommended that Father (Joseph) Roduit, (S.J.) make an inventory. They have taken what they thought was necessary for their successor and have no claim for what they left. Jourdant asks a favor for an ordination, extra tempora, that of (Eugene) Plantaz, (S.J.) of Grand Coteau who will replace Father (Anthony) Parret, (S.J.) next year as prefect of studies. Jourdant has just written to Father Esseiva to send Plantaz to New Orleans where he will begin his retreat. Resumption of classes has been put off to December 14. He is expecting from St. Louis, thanks to Father Murphy, some (Jesuit) Brothers and a good English teacher for St. Charles to replace (Thomas) Fairhurst, (S.J.). If he also receives some subjects from Europe, as he hopes, their colleges will be sufficiently provided for. Parret, after some needed rest, is at Baton Rouge, at his post.
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1852 Nov. 21
Macquet, Father J.:
Abbeville, France
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Learning of the great progress of Catholicism in the United States, and knowing the needs of (Blanc)'s vast diocese, Macquet offers his services. He is a priest of Amiens diocese and attached as administrator to St. James of Abbeville. He was a priest on Ile Bourbon for 4 years; his health necessitated his return to France. Now he is fully recovered; he is 38. Here is a copy of his certificate: Father Monnet, V(icar) Ap(ostolic) and Superior General of the Congregation of the Holy Spirit, "certifies that Macquet, his former assistant on Ile de la Réunion, is to be recommended for his conduct, talents, and zeal. Monnet sees him return to the mission with much satisfaction." Monnet having died two years ago at Madagascar, Macquet turned to New Orleans, always dear to a Frenchman.
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1852 Nov. 22
Fitzpatrick, John B. Bishop of Boston:
Albany, New York
to (Orestes A. Brownson):
(Boston, Massachusetts)
On November 21, the bishop read in the Tablet Brownson's letter to the editor and the comment of the latter on the same. He believes the argument is a personal one on the part of the editor. He feels it is bad at this time to drop the matter. The doctrine under discussion is not being duly considered. He urges Brownson not to answer the editor's remark. He will explain more fully later.
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(18)52 Nov. 23
Martin, Father Aug(uste):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He does not want Mr. Canova to leave without a few lines for (Blanc). Father (Philibert) Jordain can scarcely go to the retreat, not only because of bad health but because of money. Jordain's church is almost finished and should be paid in full when the work is done. He writes Martin that he will make his retreat in January. Martin's work is also coming to an end except the gallery on the north which will be done later. Having added on he must have a little more furniture. Yesterday they buried Charles Hertzog, oldest son of Widow Richard Hertzog. Last June Charles joined the Freemasons and left for the north. He returned 6 weeks ago with a horrible disease which could not be cured. Martin got only equivocal signs of repentance but so many prayed for him that Martin has hopes. The pupils are back at the convent which is little in disfavor. Madame (Telcide) Landry, (R.S.C.J.) is not given the support she deserves. The direction lacks affection. Landry asked Martin for advice; he gave it but with some reservations. He hopes she will correct her administration. Madame (Antoinette) Martinez (Pizarro, R.S.C.J.) is a little better. Her mother leaves tomorrow, deluding herself as mothers so easily do. Martin thinks Father (Felix) Dicharry will return Sunday.
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1852 Nov. 23
Massey, Poultney, and Collins:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A bill for Phil(adelphi)a coal, $50. Received payment, February 18, (1853). (Signed by W(illia)m C. Huer(?).
VI-1-d - Bill - 1p. - 16mo. - {4}
1852 Nov. 23
(Purcell), Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Purcell) hastens to communicate a copy of a letter he received today.
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1852 Nov. 18
Kenrick, Archbishop Francis Patrick:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio)
Kenrick has received from Bishop (Michael O'Connor) the official documents from the S(acred) Cong(ration) regarding the decrees of the National Council. A general approbation has been given by His Holiness but not in solemn form. Many important corrections have been made. The regulation of seminaries is recommended on the plan of St. Charles with reference to Ushaw. The catechisms are returned without formal approbation. Bishop (John) Timon feels Kennedy ought to be allowed a copyright. Otherwise Murphy can drive all others form the market. The Holy See is disposed to restrict faculties in regard to mixed marriages and to require recourse to itself. These documents have not yet arrived. The S(acred) Cong(regation) limits to 5 years the leave to use the formulary for infants in baptizing adults. The desire to establish uniformity in feasts and fasts is not approved. They refuse to give a primatial character to Baltimore. Five of the decrees are fairly struck off by these amendments. The Cardinals appear to be averse to establishing the sees of Brooklyn and Covington on account of their vicinity to the two large cities.
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1852 Nov. 23
Seabrook, E.M.:
Charleston, (South Carolina)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
Brownson will oblige him by furnishing him with two numbers of the Review to complete his set. Brownson's agent Mr. Hart will receive them.
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1852 Nov. 23
(Timon), Bishop John:
Buffalo, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They are now striving to put a new roof on St. Joseph's Cathedral. The cholera was so violent for nearly 3 months that (Timon) could not absent himself to make collections. He saw it published that he had gone to Halifax but he declined invitations in order to stay with his flock. He has been trying to borrow $5000 but without success. He might do something by going to Havana or Mexico. Fathers (Bonaventure) Armengol, (C.M.), (Joachim) Alabau, (C.M.) and (John) Serreta, (C.M.) were once his pupils and if they would, could aid him. The retreat of his clergy, late in October, has had the best effect. Yet he would not wish to be absent 3 or 4 months unless he had hopes of success. The dedication of the Cathedral of Albany was a splendid triumph for religion. He thinks St. Joseph's will be also. He has not for a long time heard from the Prop(agation) of the Faith. Does he have a hope of a good allocation? The Archbishop of Baltimore received the catechism back from Rome with a few alterations. (Timon) sends their last edition. Mr. Kennedy will strike off an edition for Baltimore. Kennedy had a copyright which at (Timon)'s request he is willing to give up. He is a poor, industrious, good Catholic. Mr. Murphy charges $2.87 per thousand; Kennedy, $2.50. Kennedy would be thankful if (Blanc) made him his printer for at least two years. The title page would read "By order of the National Council" as Archbishop Kenrick directs.
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {9}
1852 Nov. 23
Dunigan and Brother, Edward:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
They enclose some new publications for notice in the Review. A favorable notice of their new Bible would be a highly esteemed favor. Perhaps Brownson could think favorably of the New Practical Spelling Book.
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1852 Nov. 23
Lynch, (C.M.), Father J(oh)n:
(Barrens, Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Lynch sends a few prospectuses (no enclosure) by Bishop Odin's students going to Galveston. (Blanc)'s students, Messrs. Jacquemet and Lestrange are doing well. The latter is very delicate but pretty well at present.
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {3}
1852 Nov. 23
Lynch, C.M., Father J(ohn):
(Barrens, Missouri)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lynch sends a few prospectuses by B(i)s(hop John Mary) Odin's students. Lynch supposes Odin has written to recommend his students to (Rousselon)'s charity and to furnish them with means to go to Galveston; Lynch advances money to them to bring them to N(ew) Orleans. They are very fine young men. Messrs. Jacquemet and Lestrange are doing well.
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {4}
1852 Nov. 24
Landry, (R.S.C.J.), Madame T(elcide):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She takes advantage of Madame Martinez's writing to thank (Blanc) for his interest. Her Mothers and Sisters join their thanks, Landry has carried out (Blanc)'s recommendations; the Mothers and Sisters say they have never spent a better vacation. Health has even been restored to Antoinette who had given them much anxiety. This Sister had imprudently taken off a flannel which she should wear winter and summer and this caused a catarrh. Father (Auguste) Martin is still waiting for the big event which will upset their little town somewhat. Their students are back, 50 in number.
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1852 Nov. 23
Martinez, R.S.C., Madame A(ntoinette) Pizarro:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Martinez thanks Blanc for all his prayers for her. She was imprudent in July in taking off a flannel and she caught cold. The tender care of her Sisters and their prayers have restored her health.
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1852 Nov. 24
(Timon), John, Bishop of:
Buffalo, (New York)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan)
Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) of Baltimore has received back the Catechism from Rome with some few corrections. The Archbishop wishes him to get (Patrick J.) Kennedy to publish it with corrections. The words "By order of the National Council" can appear on the frontispiece and his approbation for his archdiocese. Mr. Kennedy has a copyright but at Bishop Timon's request, he gave it up. Bishop Timon feels that Kennedy has labored much and, as yet, has had no remuneration. He also sells cheaply. (John) Murphy) of Baltimore publishes that catechism, sells it at 2.87 per thousand and says he gains nothing. This catechism is almost as large as the Baltimore one and sells for 2.50 per thousand and Kennedy says he could sell for 2.25 after the first expense. He would be thankful, if, at least for some time, the Bishop would make him his printer for this and order the number required for his diocese if he adopts the catechism and permit him to put the Bishop's approbation on those destined for him. He sends a copy, as it is now, with that supposed approbation.
III-2-h - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {3}
1852 Nov. 24
Timon, John, Bishop of Buffalo:
Buffalo, New York
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Archbishop (Francis Patrick) Kenrick received back the Catechism with some alterations; he requests Timon to have it published by order of the National Council (of 1852) and with his approbation for his archdiocese. Mr. Kennedy made great sacrifices for this catechism and reaped no profit. He thinks he can sell it at $2.25. Kennedy would be thankful if Purcell would employ him as his printer. Timon sends a copy of the last edition. The wish of the Council can be carried out by the approbation of each Prelate for his own diocese.
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1852 Nov. 25
Poussielgue-Rusand:
Paris, (France)
to Father Gabriel Chalon:
Mobile, (Alabama)
In the box sent to the Ladies of the Sacred Heart are 2 tabernacle doors which Chalon ordered through Father Evremond. The bill is 440 francs. He also put in a catalog. As they ship a lot to America, they can furnish it at a great saving. (The letterhead states that their firm is the former Choiselat-Gallien house.
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1852 Nov. 26
Beccard, Father Amédée:
Lafourche Interieure, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisia)na
For 37 days there has been a box in customs addressed to Mr. Benoit, violin maker, containing several articles which Beccard asked for at Lyons and then cancelled as he found them at a cheaper price. They finally arrived and Beccard would like to put them in other hands at cost as he would be hard put to find this amount. If Rousselon could sell all or part the amount could be given to Benoit who must send the cost of the invoice to France. Beccard hopes that Rousselon can arrange it.
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1852 Nov.(?) 26
Guillet, Father H.:
Roseau, Dominica, West Indies
to Father (Auguste Martin):
(Natchitoches, Louisiana)
Although Guillet does not know (Martin) he counts on his indulgence to read this. It has been a year since Guillet left Rennes, so well known to (Martin). Miss Forest has talked of (Martin) for a long time and of his city of St. Malot. (Martin)'s kindness and his wisdom in the administration of Vincennes as vicar general of Bishop Delahailandière has inspired in Guillet the confidence that if the misfortunes of Domenica, where he has been a missionary for a year, strike him, he would dare to claim the protection of (Martin) his compatriot and pastor of Natchitoches. He would like to receive a letter from (Martin) telling of the climate and the state of religion. He also asks (Martin) to look around for a place in a store of office for a place for a young Creole of Domenica, 20, who speaks English well, and a little French. He would like (Martin) to take him under his protection as he has no parents.
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1852 Nov. 27
Kelly, James:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anth(ony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
After 9 months of suffering, Kelly again addresses Blanc. He returned here on Father (Auguste) Martin's letter and by Blanc's advice. But he knew he could not last with that lady. He wishes to serve people in religion as she is; his reward is nothing but insolence from the negroes. Under such circumstances, Madame (Telcide) Landry, (R.S.C.J.) wishes him to remain to serve her. When Father (Joseph) Giustiniani, (C.M.) had his trouble here in 1848, Kelly made enemies for the part he took in his regard, with one Creole in particular who asked Kelly to open the church to let in that miserable old carcas(s). This fellow is Madame Landry's friend. Even Martin has turned against Kelly by her influence. She is like many of her countrymen who imagine any kind of treatment is too good for an Irishman. Blanc is not to mention this letter as both Landry and Martin have hearty tempers and it might cause disunion. They are both good. Kelly asks Blanc to ask Sister Regina (Smith, S.C.) if she has any employment for Kelly in the hospital. When Kelly came here last March there was a great deal of improvements to be made and he worked very hard. He could do anything Regina requires around the house. (P.S.) He sends respects to Father Rousselon.
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1852 Nov. 27
Kenrick, Francis Patrick, Abp. Baltimore:
Baltimore, Maryland
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Kenrick received the first installment of Purcell's diocese for the (John Henry) Newman indemnity fund. The expression in the Roman letter concerning the feast of the Conception appears as a desire, not command. It needs the action of a provincial Council to give it effect in each province. It is desirable that they should have a Catechism for general use, and Kenrick has authorized the new edition as prepared by order of the Council and approved by him. Kenrick will have the Roman documents printed.
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1852 Nov. 27
O'Connor, M(ichael), Bp. of Pittsburgh:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He was disappointed in hearing that Purcell was not at consecration of the Albany Cathedral on account of sickness. He looked forward to a visit. He hopes the "sickness" was not serious, or merely an excuse. Will Purcell have his account at the seminary forwarded. O'Connor is told that one of his students, O'Shea, is hesitating about his vocation. He was received an an early age and will cost a good deal before he goes.
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(18)52 Nov. 27
Barbier, C.M., Father F(rancis) M.:
Barrens, (Missouri)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Barbier has just established the Propagation of the Faith among the French in the Barrens parish. He has 30 signatures; he asks for 3 numbers (of the Annals). (On the address side of the letter): James(?) Dever(?).
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1852 Nov. 27
Parret, S.J., Father A(nthony):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Parret asks for a dispensation for James Maples and Josephine Kleinpeter. The wedding is to take place in a week. Parret would like to have a copy of faculties.
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1852 Nov. 29
(Kenrick), Archbishop Peter Richard:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Kenrick) introduces Father M(ichael) McFaul of Milwaukee Diocese, who visits the South with the hope of benefitting his health. He is an exemplary clergyman and belongs to a good Catholic family, formerly of Baltimore and now residing in St. Louis.
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1852 Nov. 29
Tumoine, Father H(yacinthe):
Avoyelles, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Tumoine has been back since Friday morning. The rumor was that he would not return and Louis R(oule?) was one of those who said so. Tumoine thinks only a few believed it as the church was more filled than usual. Tumoine asks for dispensations for Evariste Gremillon and Julia Gremillon; and for Marcellin Dufour and Celeste Gremillon.
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {6}
1852 Nov. 29
Hannah, Patrick J.:
Algoma, Wis(consin)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
In settling a book bill with Donahoe he has asked for Brownson's Review and did not receive it. He wishes now to subscribe to the Review and asks the best mode of sending $3. He knows (Patrick) Donahoe but does not care for the Boston Pilot.
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1852 Nov. 30
Maher, Sister Marie Genevieve:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Sister thanks Rousselon for the articles he sent for the Association of the Holy Childhood and to ask him to see that the Association gets the $30 they are sending from their pupils. She recommends to Rousselon's prayers their Community and their boarding school.
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(1852) Nov. 30
Dufour, Father L(ouis):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On admitting to the Bishop, his little anecdote about the subdeacon of Bishop (John Mary) Odin, the Bishop consoled Dufour by telling him that this young man had had the courage to go to see (Rousselon) and the Bishop also and that they had given him refuge. Tonight a letter arrived in which this young man told of his resolution to restore himself to favor with his soul and with God. Dufour will pray every day for his soul, so Christian, his heart so ardent and upright. (Rousselon) is to tell him that he can count on Dufour at all times. The more Dufour wants to do, the more he feels the weakness of his stomach. The difficulties of his parish call for his youth of ten years ago. He is not sure that he can continue. There is ignorance in his parish as great as that in the depths of Attakapas. Work at the convent is scarcely agreeable as he is not able to do everything they want. Then, day and night, he is annoyed by the presence of a person (Rousselon) knows better than Dufour. He is his opposite and will never learn what it is to be an assistant because he does not want to be one. It pleased the Bishop to send this priest here; Dufour has nothing to say. The young man does not understand the sick, his vanity prevents him. (Rousselon) is to tell Mr. Robert that if he is thinking of buying a slave for Dufour he is not to do so without express authorization. Dufour has spent so much of his own money at Plaquemine and Ile that he does not want to go further. (Rousselon) is to talk with the Bishop about this letter.
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1852 Nov. 30
Campion, Father A(ugust):
Marshal(ls)ville, Ohio
to
Archbishop L(! Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
At the request of one of his former parishioners, Campion asks a favor. Father (Casimir) Mouret before leaving this diocese had contracted several small debts, among them $12 to Mr. Beck(?). Mouret left a horse and buggy with Mr. Monin, a farmer near Canton. This horse and buggy are more than enough to cover the debts but the farmer refuses to pay, claming that Blanc was going to appoint an administrator for the estate of Mouret. Campion asks for information. (P.S.) Campion's address is Canton.
VI-1-d - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}