(1854 May 1)
Goguely, Mr.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $1.65 for tin work from October 15, 1853 to April 10, 1854.
V1-1-g - A. Bill S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1854 May 1
Curiel, Jos(eph):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tien)ne Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for 12 piastres for one month's hire of a servant.
VI-1-g - A. Receipt S. - (French) - 1p. - 32mo. - {1}
1854 May 1
(Haughery), Margaret (Gaffney):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $13.65 for milk in April.
VI-1-g - Bill - 1p. - 32mo. - {1}
1854 May 1
Brunemann, Father J(oseph):
Newark, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He encloses a letter of Mr. Joseph F. Cady, a convert, who thinks he has a vocation to the priesthood. Brunemann does not think he has a vocation and thinks that it would be best for him to work at his trade of printing with a good Catholic in Purcell's vicinity. He begs Purcell to send the orginal deed of the church at Lenfield so he can sell the property in favor of the church at Newark. He is sorry to say that he is compelled on account of his health to ask for his exeat. He will remain until after Easter. He asks that a good English priest be sent in his place so that his good English congregation may not suffer.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1854 May 1
Jandel, O. P., Father A(lexandre) V(incent):
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Jandel thanks (Blanc) for his letter of March 29. Because of (Blanc)'s confidence in their order (Dominicans), it would have been very consoling to reply by the foundation of a monastery in (New Orleans) if the present scarcity of subjects were not an obstacle. Last year a monastery was founded at Washington; Jandel does not know where they will find subjects. They have tried unsuccessfully to take Father (Thomas) Martin, (O. P.) from the diocese of New York whose Bishop does everything possible to keep him. Their new province of France has made many sacrifices to aid different provinces. In a few years, these difficulties will not exist and then (Blanc) will find Jandel happy to second (Blanc)'s wishes.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1854 May 1
Lambert, Rich(ar)d:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $20 for one month's services as organist.
VI-1-g - A. Receipt S. - (French) - 1p. - 32mo. - {1}
1854 May 1
Mullon, Father J(ames) I(gnatius):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Returns and disbursements for April (18)54 at (St. Patrick's Church).
V1-1-g - A.D.S. - 1p. - folio - {2}
1854 May 3
Duché:
London, (England)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Proscription forces Duché to seek asylum in America. Before leaving Europe he would like (Blanc) to give him some advice. Duché was born at Sury-le-Comtal and brought up in the minor seminaries of the diocese of Lyons. He has spent his life in teaching and the bar. He was a lawyer for more than 12 years a St. Etienne and also town councillor there and representative of the people when L(ouis) N(apoleon) Bonaparte came to power on December 2, 1851 and proscribed him with 65(?) other republican members of the national assembly. Since that time, Duché has been in exile in London with his wife and 3 sons aged 9, 11, and 13. He has done all in his power but all his efforts have been useless as soon as his status is known. Two years have convinced him that it will be impossible to earn more than to satisfy their daily needs. Many proscribed persons have gone to America; Duché would go to any part where (Blanc) would think he had a chance. As a former professor at the University of France he has quite a diversified knowledge. His wife, aged 33, is intelligent and thrifty; his sons are well brought up. They still have a little money and would like to use it to gain more before it is all gone. He asks (Blanc) for information on America. P.S. Duché is writing a similar letter to Bishop (Michael) Portier. (Blanc)'s brothers are well. Duché has good relations with them and their children, especially with the one (Blanc) who is the engineer on the railroad from St. Etienne to Lyons and his sons. He will soon return to his property at Sury with his wife where he will be near his son Leon (Blanc) who is a notary at St. Marcellin. During Duché's absence he will be in charge of what is left of Duché's property at Sury.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 16mo. - {5}
1854 May 3
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Yesterday, on his return from New Orleans, Father (Michael) Sheehan brought (Rousselon)'s letter of April 20. The relics for the altar stones have not yet arrived; (Odin) asks (Rousselon) to keep them until further notice. He has succeeded in getting enough for the blessing of their 30 new stones; the ceremonies took place on Saturday. (Odin) is sending an order to (Philip?) Rotchford for the $97.45 which (Rousselon) mentioned in his letter. He has not seen Father (Claude M.) Dubuis since his return from Europe. His letters since his arrival at San Antonio are very unintelligible. He complains of everything. He asked permission to enter the Jesuits in a letter written some weeks before Easter. (Odin) gave him a formal refusal. He did the same in regard to Father Sheehan whom Father Cornelius No(y)nahan had enlisted to join him at St. Peter's. (Odin) sees that Dubuis is very susceptible; if he should go to New Orleans without permission, (Blanc) is to refuse his permission to say Mass.
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1854 May 4
Andrieu, C.M., Father A(nthony):
(Lafourche) Seminary, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The three seminarians (Blanc) has just sent, have arrived. All will be ready for the feast of the Ascension at Donaldsonville. In the parish, Andrieu gave a short retreat the week after Easter in the chapel at Canal. Father (Blaise) Raho, (C.M.) continues to go to say Mass in the different schools of his district; he seems well satisfied.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {4}
1854 May 4
(Monroe, A. F.):
U.S. Brig Porpoise Hong-Kong, China
to Patrick Murphy:
Monroe acknowledges the receipt of and extends thanks for the letter and back copies of the "Freeman's Journal" sent by Murphy. He had expected this letter because he has received letters from Father James Roosevelt (Bayley) Bailey as well as one from the Archbishop John Hughes through (Bayley). He comments on Murphy's letter. He sympathizes with Murphy over the loss of the latter's father but is glad he repented before he died. Monroe states that they are expecting but as yet have received no news from Japan. By the last mail he attempted to write Murphy some of the particulars of their Squadron's visit. It is said that the French are organizing an Expedition to the same people from which even more interesting results may be anticipated. He does not expect answers from Murphy. He is able to write now because the restriction in force when they were in Cape of Good Hope and Sydney has been virtually removed. He believes the squadrons performance has been a failure because there is no head. R(?) has his own way in everything but he limits his attention to the nearest trifles. After eight months of hardship at sea, he arrived in Hong Kong, and for approximately seven months he suffered acutely from rheumatism. He states that he did not attend the performances which the Commander of the Vincennes had on Sunday forenoons by his secretary. He lent assistance to "rigging church" and permitted others to oblige the men to attend. On Easter Sunday Monroe had just come off from their church where a most beautiful service had been conducted by one of the Bishops banished from the interior of China and he had scarcely assumed charge of the deck when he was directed to send the men below to church. McCollum brought the order from Commander Ringgold. Monroe refused to obey the order because he did not wish to force the men to act against their consciences and was subsequently suspended from duty. Ringgold put William H. Schermerborn in irons. Ringgold, very angry, still insisted that the men go to worship. After several days suspension he was ordered to the Porpoise, the worst vessel in the Squadron. Monroe believes that this act of Ringgold releases him from serving out the cruise and he will leave at the earliest opportunity. Monroe received a letter from Ringgold removing him from suspension. Monroe wrote a letter to the Honorable Secretary of the Navy, commenting on Ringgold's actions. Monroe does not believe that he can be accused of infidelity because their consciences would not permit and because he, Monroe, had just returned from a church where several hundred British soldiers had been marched from their barracks. (Manuscript incomplete.)
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1854 May 5
Henni, John Martin Bp. Milwaukee:
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Henni bought ground near the city for his seminary. He lacks means to erect it. He requests Purcell to allow Father (Joseph) Salzmann to make a collection among the Germans of Cincinnati if it did not interfere with collections in behalf of Purcell's own institutions. Henni owes Father (Edward) Purcell $200 which he will direct Salzmann to pay if he collects anything.
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1854 May 5
Mènard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mènard sends the names of the persons he spoke about concerning the marriage of Miss Key. Everything is arranged to the great satisfaction of the mother and of Mènard himself. The name of the person who married Francoise Eugénie Key is Melchor George Klingender.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1854 May 7
Joseph, Mathew:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Through a sense of duty, Joseph has long thought of calling Blanc's attention to several abuses and scandals in the diocese. First, Father (John) Lefranc is generally thought to be a drunkard. The sacristy boys say he often has to lie on the table. He has been drunk at a funeral and seen tottering through the streets drunk. Mr. Guesnant(?) Father (Symphorian Guinand?) stationed at Biloxi was seen several times last year at the house of a mulatress of notorious character. Some of these colored women think it proper to approach the holy table several times on the same morning and to boast about it. Joseph makes these communications over an assumed name.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1854 May 7
(Taguemet), Alexandre Bp. Nantes:
Nantes, France
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He begs Purcell's pardon for his delay in writing, saying that his diocesan work is multiplying and absorbing all his time. He speaks of the great good being done in the diocese of Nantes giving as an example their response to a call for charity for the suffering people. Purcell himself witnessed the manifestation of the good spirit of the people on the occasion of the jubilee. There was the same manifestations at Corpus Christi and the Assumption last year when the Bishop of Guinea assisted him. Taguemet has read with sorrow of the conflicts that Purcell has had to endure with protestants and demagogues. He hopes for Purcell's prayers to aid him in his own difficulties. Purcell's two seminarians are doing quite well and the superior of the seminary speaks particularly well of Daniel O'Regan. Franck is at LaSallette since October and M. Lepre gives a good report on him. He begins that day his pastoral visits which will last three months. He will have much to do but will find much to console himself.
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(18)54 May 9
(Blanc), Archbishop Ant(hony):
B(aton) Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Leaving Friday at 6:30 in the evening, (Blanc) arrived here at 1:30 Sunday morning. The man waiting at the wharf carried his baggage to the presbytery where he went to his room without waking either of the two priests. (Blanc) said High Mass, ordained one sub-deacon and confirmed 45 persons. At 4:30 he gave Confirmation at the convent. Yesterday he ordained a deacon. Today he went to the "Comité" where he confirmed 15. Tomorrow at 7 he will ordain (Charles?) Booker, (S. J.) a priest. Day after tomorrow he will give Confirmation at the chapel at Plaines. Saturday he will cross over to West Baton Rouge where he will confirm on Sunday; Tuesday at the chapel above the parish. It is possible that instead of returning that day to Father (Peter) Lucas', (Blanc) will return to Baton Rouge to go on Friday or Saturday to Father (Ennemond) Dupuy's. The new church at Baton Rouge, (St. Joseph's Church) is progressing. (Rousselon) would not approve in a Gothic building, the "Rondpoint" of the choir. Aside from that, what is done looks good. The window frames, 6 on each side, are in place. (Blanc gives more details of the building which he says) would not escape (Rousselon). He fears the principal nave is not as it should be; Father (John F.) Cambiaso, (S. J.) has made this observation. (Blanc) will mention it tomorrow at a dinner with the marguilliers and some notables but he believes it will be in vain. When the church is finished, it will be beautiful, even with its faults. (Rousselon) is to complete the enclosed and put it in an envelope. (Blanc) asks (Rousselon) to give Father (Francis) Cenas as much work as he can so that he will not be bored. Their forms for dispensations are exhausted, (Blanc) believes. They must make a new edition. He thinks they should have two forms; one for the city, as short a form as possible for dispensations from banns; the other the usual form. The one for the banns will be given to all and will better justify the fee of $1 to $3.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {9}
1854 May 9
Fontbonne, Father James:
Lerigneux, (France)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Fontbonne ask the same favor that (Rousselon) performed for him last year and to send his little revenue the same way, if possible.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1854 May 9
Whelan, Father John:
New York, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On (April) 28, Whelan received a paper from Bishop (Andrew) Byrne, per Father (P.?) Martin, granting Whelan permission to remain in Blanc's diocese for nine months. Since receiving the paper, Whelan has consulted his own physician and several others. All declare that his health makes him unfit for a southern mission. He encloses a certificate to this effect. He asks Blanc to renew his negotiations with Byrne one the subject not yet touched on. Whelan believes from Byrne's recent exeat that what influences him is the expense of Whelan's education in the diocese of Arkansas. If this be the only reason of the detention of the exeat, Whelan is prepared to indemnify the diocese in any reasonable way or by any reasonable sum. Of what use would a sickly and broken down priest be in Arkansas? He is confident Byrne would not refuse his full exeat if Blanc would treat of the matter with him.
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1854 May 8
O'Donnell, Dr. W(illia)m (and others):
New York, (New York)
to
Whom It May Concern
They certify that they have been seen Father John Whelan frequently since his return to New York; they are of the opinion that a residence in a southern climate would aggravate his complaint. (Signed also by) Dr. Philip R. O'Reilly and Dr. R. Dillon.
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1854 May 10
Fox, W(illia)m J. A.:
Liverpool, (England)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Fox arrived 2 or 3 days ago and has seen his father who is believed to be on his death bed. Fox visited him yesterday and returned here this morning. He expects to have a great deal to do until matters are settled. The note Blanc holds, and not yet due until the 18th, will be paid as soon as Fox can see to it. If forced beyond the time, Blanc may depend upon all being settled.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {1}
1854 May 10
Brands, C.M., Father J(ohn):
(Lafourche) Seminary, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Brands asks (Rousselon) to pay 6 piastres to the editor of the Southern Journal and charge the seminary. Brands has some money from the Propagation of the Faith but because (Rousselon) told him that in what he paid Mr. Purke there was an item which the seminary and not the Archbishop owed, Brands perfers to wait until the account of last year is closed.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1854 (May?) 10
Thèves, Father (Anthony):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Thèves regrets not seeing Blanc on his coming here; he wished to beg his blessing before going away. Perhaps his presence here would not be welcome and could awaken the past sad circumstances he met with. Thèves sets out for Buffalo convinced that being far from Louisiana, and old acquaintances, it will be easier to work with better success, and to find peace and tranquility. He feels uneasy to draw away from Blanc; he has already been so painfully tossed by calumny. He hopes that Blanc will not discontinue to stand as a father to him.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1854 May 12
Ruland, C.SS.R., Father G(eorge):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to
St. Joseph's German Orphan AssociationNew Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mr. Wimmer, secretary of the Association, has given Ruland notice, by letter, that they have changed their sentiments and resolved to keep the orphan house and orphan children. Ruland is pleased because he has no interest in it. As they have accepted none of Ruland's two offers, Ruland considers himself free from all promises given by him and those of his predecessors. He will have nothing to do with the orphan house and orphan children and gives none of the Paters (Redemptorists) the power to enter negotiation with the Association.
VI-1-g - L. Copy - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1854 May 12
O'Donnell, Thomas:
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $5 for the B(rownson's?) Review and Baltimore Magazine.
V1-1-g - A. Receipt S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {1}
1854 May 12
Thorne, R.J.:
New York, (New York)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Last evening Thorne saw a letter from H. V. Raymond who died one year ago April 1. H. V. Raymond had a brother who resided some time in Mobile and afterwards in New Orleans by the name Samuel W. Raymond. His wife is still living and he has either 6 or 7 children living in New York, 3 of whom are married, a fine family of children. The family is in rather moderate circumstances. They all work and make a comfortable living; all are of good habits and morals. Samuel is a brother to Thorne's wife; his aged mother and sister reside with Thorne in his family. Thorne would take it as a favor if Blanc would write if this is the person he wished information of and what Mr. Raymond is doing in New Orleans.
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1854 May 13
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Ursin Cambre wishes to marry Lésina Desnoyer and asks for a dispensation.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1854 May 13
Acton, John Dalberg (Lord):
Munich, Germany
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts
He has been wanting to write since September but this was the first opportunity he had. He just returned from London and heard from some of (John Henry) Newman's friends that he wanted to start a Catholic University. He is glad to hear from Brownson's son, that Brownson will come over if he has a suitable course to lecture on. He said he would straighten out the subject for Brownson and they would allow him to teach in the subject he chooses. He thanks God that they will allow Brownson to inaugurate Philosophical courses at his University, this school may be very effective in promoting Catholic learning and Catholic literature in Ireland and England. He wishes they had a history teacher as capable as Brownson in Philosophy. He admired Brownson's article on Rights and Duties. The only philosophical students in England and Ireland are the Germans who read the Westminister Review. All know that Protestantism can't refute Infidelity. Catholics need more philosophers like Brownson and hope he will establish sound principles for their University. Acton believes that the Historical proof should accompany the philosophical proof. Independently of Brownson's lectures, people all over Europe will want to meet him, and it may help Brownson become more accurately acquainted with the recent literature, for books travel slowly. Too, Brownson could pick up information from talks, and he could introduce Brownson to some German writers whose fame has not crossed the Atlantic — who would please him as much as Radowitz. He believes there is no science nobler than one which has no name in literature than the science of Burke, Maistre and Donoso Contes. He believes that a system of laws for those that govern and those that are governed should be drawn up by a philosopher who knows all the truths that these men have discovered. Montal embert speaks of this system as a medium between Gioberti and Bonald. He hopes Brownson would undertake to write such a political philosophical book, for a writer "may influence and instruct both his contemporaries and posterity." He says a book will live longer than a journal, for the journal is too voluminous and much of it is local or temporary. He gave Dolman two German books to give him, but he wants him to be sure and come to Europe where he can meet these writers and inspect the actions of the European forms of government. He is encouraged by the promise of Brownson to write him a letter if he can't provoke him to write a book. He reminds Brownson to send him a complete set of the Quarterly Review, and for any information for Professor Dollinger's work on the Reformation. He tells him Gratry's book De La Connaissance de Dieu is good.
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1854 May 14
Sorin, Rev. E(dward):
University of Notre Dame du Lac
St. Joseph County Ind(iana)
to Brownson, Dr. O(restes) A.:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
Father Sorin has had in view for a year the beginning of a monthly periodical at Notre Dame exclusively devoted to the Blessed Virgin Mary. It grieves him to see how far behind France and Italy, the American Catholics are in their devotion to the B.V. Mary. He claims he is under the greatest obligation to her. He wishes to have this periodical realized with the aid of two or three pious writers whom he could have at his disposal. He asks Brownson's opinion of his plan. His "sine qua non resolution" is to ask Brownson to deliver a speech at Notre Dame in the fall. This would serve as a preface to the work. The subject matter is Brownson's choice, but he would like the following: "The Influence of the Devotion towards the B.V. Mary on Christians Nations since 1800 years". He speculates on the beauty of such a speech delivered by Brownson and its effect in the new world in view of subscriptions. Literary contributions to the periodical have already been promised. He again asks for Brownson's "Candid Opinion". P.S. He encloses five dollars to pay for the envelope of the Review.
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1854 May 15
Bank of Louisiana
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Father P(eter) F(rancis) Beauprez Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Annexed is a statement of the assets and liabilities of this bank approved at a triennial meeting of the stockholders held today. R. M. Davis, Cashier.
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1854 May 15
Poincy,:
D. and Co(mpany)
New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $30 for bread. Receipted by M. I. Guerin. (On the back of this receipt are 3 pencil sketches of columns? and a window. Also the name) Antonio Musso.
V1-1-g - A. Receipt S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {3}
1854 May 15
Baraga, Father Frederic Vicar-Apostolic of Upper Michigan:
Paris, France
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He intends to leave Paris on the 18th and be in Sault St. Mary before the end of June. He has found many good priests who are going with him to Upper Michigan. He has some seminarians who will finish their theology in America. He hopes Purcell has complied with his petition, because the denomination of Vicar Apost. has often been in his way during his voyage. He is sorry that Upper Michigan has not been erected into a regular see at once, with the Title of Bishop of Sault St. Mary. Mgr. Barnabo said there will be no objection in Rome provided the Bishops of the Province consented.
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(18)54 May 15
Ryves, W(illia)m:
New Albany, (Indiana)
to Margret Ryves:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Ryves received his mother's letter asking him to meet her in New Orleans. He could not go without losing the summer employment so he has sent her $10 which she will find if she calls on Bishop (Anthony Blanc) Blanch. William has concluded that Jehona (Ryves) must be dead when Margaret never spoke of her but said she did not like coming by herself up the river. If she had written from Liverpool it would save all this trouble. If she is in debt she is to come anyway and he will send whatever it amounts to to the Bishop. He asks his mother to excuse him for not going but his boss is so busy he could not let him go. (On the letter in Blanc's hand): Ellen Barret who claims $3 for having nursed his sister who died at sea and his mother who died and was buried in N(ew) Orl(eans) yesterday, June 2.
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(18)54 May 15
Ryves, William:
New Albany, (Indiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Ryves encloses $10 to be given to Margret Ryves when she calls for it. He believes she has called already.
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1854 May 16
The Delta
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $5.20 for 6 months' subscription to the daily Delta. Receipted by R. Flynn.
V1-1-g - Receipt - 1p. - 32mo. - {2}
1854 May 16
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Their little enterprises here give them much anxiety and to succeed they must have recourse to the charity of their neighbors. (St. Mary's) College and Seminary is reaching completion but their means are also disappearing. They have already spent the $8000 which (Odin) promised and $2000 more sent by Bishop (Charles Joseph Eugene de Mazenod, O.M.I.) of Marseilles, Superior of the Oblates (of Mary Immaculate). In his last letter to Father (Etienne) Vignolles (Mazenod) asked Vignolles to make a loan to finish the work and put the house in a state to receive students. At (Rousselon)'s mediation, Father (J.M.?) Mignard, (C.M.?) has sent (Odin) at various times, $2517.60 which (Odin) is to pay in France next January. If Mignard would loan this money to the Oblates for a year or two, he would render them a great service. They would pay 8 percent which would be $201.40 a year. (Odin) would be security for them. The (Association of the) Propagation of the Faith allows them an assistance every year for their missions in Texas. This money will be put aside to repay Mignard and the money will be paid in France as (Odin) promised. Providence has enabled (Odin) to propose this transaction to the Oblates to get them out of an embarrassing situation. He has been commissioned by a family from around St. Etienne to sell some property at Galveston left them by a deceased brother some years ago. The buyer has offered to pay 2000 piastres immediately which he would not have to pay until next January. (Odin) will use this money for the building and thus repay Mignard. When January comes, (Odin) will give the heirs, whom he represents here, the sum which he has in reserve on the next allocation, to pay Mignard. Hoping Mignard will agree, (Odin) sends Vignolles' note. (Rousselon) is to reply by return boat. (Odin) cannot leave Galveston until late in June. He will write to the Bishop soon. (Rousselon has a note on the back of this letter concerning Vignolles' note).
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1854 May 16
(Cretin, Bishop Joseph):
St. Paul, (Minnesota)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Father (Jean Arthur) Poyet tells (Cretin) that he gave Mrs. Develin $50. (Cretin) is very grateful for his obligingness to this poor woman and for furnishing (Cretin) with an easy means of repaying the sum. If this lady has suffered in waiting so long it is not (Cretin)'s fault but that of her husband who lost the bill of exchange the day he received it. It was a month later when he asked for a second one which (Cretin) refused to give him for fear it had been found by some one. If the one (Cretin) sent in the second place to (Blanc) has been drawn on (E.J.?) Walsh, this will be a payment on the account (Cretin) will have at New Orleans. He has written to Poyet. One of their missionaries, Father (Francis) de Vivaldi left a week ago for New Orleans to collect for building their church. (Cretin) hopes (Blanc) will not refuse the favor he has accorded others. The room which serves as a church is not half big enough; what will it be in two years? But how can they undertake it without special assistance? (Blanc) is to add another title to his reputation for kindness, that of Catholic zeal admired by all, the clergy.
VI-1-g - A.L. - (French) - 3pp. - 16mo. - {6}
1854 May 17
O'Brien, O.S.D., Father (Mathew) A.:
St. Rose's, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s offering them (Dominicans) an establishment in (New Orleans) is warmly appreciated and they will feel happy in availing themselves of his liberality. O'Brien has written to their General to obtain two Fathers from France to aid in corresponding with (Blanc)'s desires. Father Lacordaire, the provincial of France, will have some influence in seconding their petition. If they can procure this assistance they hope to establish a branch of their order in New Orleans. It will be difficult to accomplish this before October or November.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {3}
1854 May 17
Carlioz, Doctor:
Oajaca, Mexico
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
In his last letter, Blanc asked him to stay at Oajaca if he could form a good clientele there. His success surpasses his hopes. He was received very kindly, the sick came in great numbers and with several piastres. His success in surgical operations created a good reputation. Wishing to put an end to his wanderings, and thinking of a calmer and more stable life, he asked to marry a young lady of one of the first families of the country. Her father, Mr. Régulez, a Spanish merchant, cherishing his only child, wishes to have some information about Carlioz's stay in the United States. He asks for a testimony from Blanc during his stay in New Orleans. He is also writing to Bishop (Joseph) Cretin for one about his stay in St. Paul.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {3}
1854 May 18
Brummer, Father J(ohn):
Mt. St. Mary's, Cincinnati, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The great champion Purcell sent to the regions of Archers and Cranesnest, Father (Henry) Herzog, has fled and is now, no doubt, at Zanesville to recover from fright. To put Herzog in these places is both killing him and the missions. Brummer went to great expense and trouble to bring Herzog here, and thus it ends. Brummer has the debts paid through the generosity of the noble Irish railroaders. Why do the Irish go to ruin by millions in this country on account of not being cared for but to collect their hard earned dollars? They go to great trouble to make converts and neglect the Irish. One half of the Irish on the railroads are grown up and have never made their first communion. One out of ten goes to his duty. There is to be great improvement at Bellaire, a city is laid out and three railroads are going to center there. Brummer thinks they ought to buy a lot for a church there while they can get a good location cheap. He will come to Cincinnati to see Purcell about it.
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1854 May 18
Porter, John Murray:
New York, N.Y.
to Brownson, (Orestes A.):
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He acknowledges Brownson's letter and the enclosure for Father (John Henry)Newman which he sent by the first steamer. Porter is glad to hear of Brownson' intended publication on "Spiritual Rappings". He believes it will be beneficial in clearing up aspects of this subject and giving right judgments. He agrees with Brownson on the Eastern question; his sympathies are with Russia, as are his countrymen's. He quotes the Archbishop (John Hughes) of New York as saying, that his sympathies would be with the Allies if Austria would remain neutral, hoping that this liberty would be secured to Christians of Turkey and ultimately to the Catholics of Prussia. These views do not impress Porter very much; he feels that Catholicity would profit should England be crippled as she is essentially heretic while the conversion of one man in Russia might effect a great change for the good. Porter is pleased that Bishop John (Fitzpatrick) was well received in Rome and hopes he will be properly appreciated there because of influence he might have in the affairs of the American Church. Archbishop (Hughes) does not look well.
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1854 May 18
(Blanc), Archbishop Ant(hony):
Plaquemines, (Louisiana)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) has been here since day before yesterday. Father (Peter) Lucas has just brought the package (Rousselon) addressed to Lucas, dated the 10th. The note for $883.33 1/3; is, (Blanc) believes, the first of those which he agreed on last year with Michel Ogé to which the interest has been added. (Blanc) talked to (Rousselon) about it but does not know if it was put in the bank. To be safe, (Blanc) is joining here, a check for $600 which (Rousselon) can use according to his needs. (Blanc) will go to Iberville tomorrow. All goes well here and at W(est) Baton R(ouge). He will reply to Father (Stephen Jules) Foltier about the estate. It must be accepted; (Blanc) authorized what (Rousselon) did at Vermillion the first time, by a procuration. He does not know if it will still serve; (Rousselon) is to find out. If Mr. Simon is in town, he is to see him. If a new procuration is needed, (Rousselon) is to write (Blanc) at Donaldson where he will be for the Ascension and from where he will go to St. Michael the next day or day after. He will be in (New Orleans) the Monday after. He believes (Rousselon) had better arrange to go to Vermillion as soon as possible. He is to tell (Octave?) de Armas to ask (Armand?) Pitot to do what is necessary to ask the court for authorization to sell the house in question.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {7}
1854 May 18
Mènard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Conforming to (Blanc)'s letter of March 31, they will prepare for Confirmation here on Trinity Sunday, on Monday at Houma, and Wednesday at St. Mary's of Lafourche. Only indirect mention has been made of Ste. Philomène but Mènard would like (Blanc) to give Confirmation at this chapel on June 17. They hope to have the largest Confirmation in the diocese. They are very glad he will be here for Corpus Christi June 15. Last Sunday the pews were rented in the church at Houma. They rented for $1400, a magnificent sum. It is a well-established parish; Father (Francis) Tasse(t?) does very well. He enjoys a general confidence. Everything goes well at St. Mary's (Lafourche Louisiana) in spite of the divisions caused by the establishment of the two new parishes and the epidemic. The number of Easter Communions surpassed those of former years. (Thibodaux's?) pews rented for $3328; their church is too small; they talk of enlarging it. Father (M.) Lyons is well and sends his respects.
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1854 May 19
Cretin, Joseph Bp. St. Paul:
St. Paul, Minnesota
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Cretin received a letter from Cincinnati from Mgr. (Abp. Cajetan) Bedini asking him to fill out a Table of questions, but Cretin has not received the table. He would be much obliged if Purcell would send him a copy. He asks for his prayers.
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1854 May 19
Mènard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Yesterday Mènard was told that a marriage between a brother-in-law and sister-in-law was to take place on the 22nd. Mènard immediately sent to Father (Anthony) Andrieux, (C.M.), at the seminary, for the dispensation. Andrieux replied that he did not have the power to dispense in this case; then he added that Mènard should write to Rousselon and this would suffice in an urgent case. However Mènard dislikes very much to celebrate this marriage without receiving a reply. On the other hand, the reasons for this marriage are extraordinary and Mènard does not doubt that this one would be allowable. Will (Rousselon) grant this dispensation to Henri Frounberg and Térensine Toups. Dr. Frounberg was brought up among German Protestants but did not belong to any sect. Day by day he comes closer to the Catholic religion in which he is bringing up the children of his deceased wife. Both he and his future wife belong to the best bred families here. The same mail which brings this letter will contain one to the Archbishop which (Rousselon) can hold for his return. (In Rousselon's hand on the back on the letter): Dispensation refused May 27.
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1854 May 20
(Kenrick), Archbishop Peter Richard:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Father (Augustus Simon) Paris, on arriving in this city, was so convinced of the need (Kenrick) had of a French clergyman that he yielded to the request to defer his journey to Europe and resumes his post which ill health had caused him to abandon for a time. (Kenrick) promised to write to Blanc to explain the motives of this change of purpose.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1854 May 20
Fillion, Father L(eon):
Charleston, (South Carolina)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Fillion was absent from Charleston when (Blanc)'s letter of May 2 came. Having considered, since writing to (Blanc), that public opinion alone had informed him of the details which he intended to communicate to (Blanc) he has a scruple. Since Bishop (William Lawrence Louis) Angebault offers him the alternative of talking or of telling what was written to him, Fillion hopes that (Blanc) will take the latter. Fillion thanks (Blanc) for the lines at the end of his letter. He is glad to know that he has a right to (Blanc)'s affection; his only regret is that (Blanc) did not have a more consoling reason for giving it.
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1854 May 20
Delente, Olympe:
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
How can she thank (Blanc) for this last proof of goodness which she received from (Blanc) before her departure. She addressed herself to God on May 3, the anniversary of her First Communion. She had promised (Blanc) to send in her first letter, the 15 piastres which she owes him but for the more than a month that she has been here, she has received nothing. She is afraid that her letter may find (Blanc) no longer at New Orleans. Father Jean (Martin?) hopes (Blanc) will come during the summer; he says (Blanc) has promised to. There are a great number of First Communions; at Mrs. St. Laurent's alone there are ten children to be confirmed. They left New Orleans on Holy Saturday and arrived Monday afternoon. She is treated with all possible respect and fulfills her duties scrupulously. Father Jean says that Mrs. St. Laurent is very satisfied. Father Jean is an excellent priest as (Blanc) said. She sends no word from these ladieshere; they do not know she is writing. (P.S.) She will not send the 15 piastres, she prefers to give them to (Blanc) at St. Martin.
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1854 May 20
Brunemann, Father J(oseph):
Newark, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He asks Purcell to appoint a pious Irish priest, Father George Brennan, as pastor of Newark to take care of this Irish congregation. Brennan is a friend of Brunemann. He is bound to leave his present Bishop for not getting his support. It is impossible for a German priest to live here.
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1854 May 22
Forde, Father Michael:
Chillicothe, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
When Forde was last in Cincinnati, Father Edward Purcell said that the part of the St. Louis R. Road which lies in the Cincinnati Diocese had not been visited by a priest for a long time. Forde asks permission to go there to raise money to pay his debt in Chillicothe. The people here can no longer contribute. $1200 is due on the 10th of June. Father (John N.) Thisse has gone to Circleville. That congregation never could be organized without a resident priest. The people have generously contributed to the dwelling house. They are expecting a visit from Purcell this summer.
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1854 May 22
Tumoine, Father H(yacinthe):
Avoyelles, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Tumoine asks Rousselon to have the holy oil vials filled and given to the bearer. (P.S.) Tumoine has not received an order from Bishop Martin in regard to the holy oils. Mr. Delavallade who took charge of them the past two years, is willing to do so this time.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
(18)54 May 23
B(eers), Julia:
Litchfield, (Connecticut)
to Bishop (James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
She has never thanked (Bayley) for his book which she received and read. They have now a very holy, excellent priest in Father Y's place. B(eers) is afraid he will not last long because the Bishop requires him to say two Masses every Sunday, 10 or 15 miles apart. This would soon wear out a strong man and he is delicate. B(eers) has some fears about Mr. C. The Bishop has not accepted him as a candidate for the priesthood. He may come to Bayley again and B(eers) does not want Bayley to be deceived. B(eers) does not think her father cares about her now-a-days. She is sure her mother would send love if she knew B(eers) was writing.
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1854 (May 23)
Curiel, Jos(eph):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Father E(tien)ne Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $18.30 for groceries.
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1854 May 23
(Vandevelde), Bishop James Oliver:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Vandevelde) sends his will which Blanc is to keep in the archives of the Archbishopric. He is sending a copy of it to the Vice Provincial (of the Jesuits?) in Missouri. A third copy will remain at Natchez. (Vandevelde) makes Blanc his universal heir for all his properties in Mississippi and his only executor.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 16mo. - {2}
1854 May 23
Bronson, C.B.,:
Boston, (Massachusetts)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
C.B. Bronson writes to Bronson about a pamphlet which Prof. Burk of New York mailed to Bronson about a month before but which he has not yet received. He believes the Postoffice may have put it in Brownson's box and asks him to forward it if he has it. The pamphlet is entitled a "A New Grouping of Animals" by Withminers, an English author. C.B. Bronson is intending to print this article in his Quarterly, "Essays on Science, Philosophy and Religion".
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1854 May 24
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Odin) received the four boxes and the barrel of sugar. The boxes are for the Oblates (of Mary Immaculate). (Odin) will have the 8 Masses said immediately. Mr. Merziou received a box for Father (C.) Raymond, one of their missionaries and took the liberty of addressing it to (Rousselon). (Odin) encloses the bill of lading (no enclosure). Father (Louis C.M.) Chambodut has been ill for a week; he suffers a great deal from rheumatism which prevents him from walking. Marie Vallet, whom (Rousselon) saw at New Orleans, drowned herself, some days ago. When she arrived here, (Odin) saw immediately that she was a little mad. He did not want to let her present herself to the Sisters in spite of her great desire to join them. She spent some time in the house with the servant Louisa. Later she thought that God called her to live in solitude. She left in spite of their advice and the next day her body was found on the shores of the Bay, at Virginia Point. It seems she had tried to cross the little arm of the sea which separates them from this place. (Odin) must be brief; he is surrounded by children who are to make their First Communion tomorrow.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {6}
(18)54 May 24
Ocean Home (Ship)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $2.94 for freight from Havre, signed for Cha(rle)s Deake by Worrall. (In another hand on the receipt) Bishop (John Mary) Odin.
VI-1-g - A. Receipt S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {4}
1854 May 25
O'Connor, Father Jeremiah:
Dayton, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He asks for a dispensation of marriage for first cousins. There is great danger that they will not be separated even if Purcell should refuse the dispensation. The man is willing to give $20 to any charity. O'Connor asks for this favor because he believes they have gone too far in this unholy attachment and because they are otherwise well-disposed. O'Connor is expecting Father (Thomas) Boulger according to Purcell's intimation. They would like a visit from Purcell. There are some widows who would like to know if there is any chance for them to have some orphans received into the Asylum. The congregation is too large for the church. It will be necessary to make an enlargement as soon as the old debt is paid.
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1854 May 27
Lavay, S.J., Father J(oseph):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Would (Rousselon) consider it proper to grant a dispensation to Gilbert Lockwood, not baptised, and Rosalie Legendre, a Catholic, who wish to marry.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1854 May 27
De Smet, Father Peter J.,S.J.:
St. Louis, Missouri
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts.
He had conversed in Belgium with Monseigneur Malou, the Bishop Bruges, who read all Brownson's articles in the Quarterly Review and who wished to present his best wishes to him for his fine ecclesiastical work in America. The Monseigneur wished also to give him a collection of his works, which he had saved from a disaster on the Humboldt. He gave the package of books to Mr. Lindsay, who was sailing for Ireland and who would present him with the books personally or send them to him. He asked Brownson to thank Monseigneur Malou for the gift.
Next page is added:
Murphy, Father William S.:
to Orestes A. Brownson:
At the insistence of De Smet, Murphy adds that he was glad to hear that Brownson had refused Dr. Henry Newman's invitation. He is reserving the reason for his satisfaction until he can talk with Brownson. They have paid $35,000 for a new edifice and they will have a hall for Brownson when he returns. (Cut of St. Louis University on 3rd page)
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1854 May 28
Curiel, Jos(eph):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tien)n(e) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for 12 piastres for the hire of a servant.
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1854 May 29
Cenas, H(ilary?) B(reton?):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A note drawn by Giraud and Lewis in Blanc's favor for $375, dated May 26, 1853 was this day protested by Cenas for non-payment.
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1854 May 29
(Blanc), Archbishop Ant(hony):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Ph(ilip) Maher:
Milliken's Bend, L(ouisian)a
In answer to Maher's favor, without date. (Blanc) sends the permission Maher asks for Father (Thomas Langdon) Grace of Memphis to proffer(?) his spiritual services to Milliken's Bend until it can be provided in a more permanent way by their Bishop. The Bishop of Natchez had promised their own Bishop to have their congregation visited by some of his clergy from time to time but has probably not had time or has not been able to send one so far. (Blanc) returned today from a three weeks' visitation; he begs Maher to forward these lines to Grace by which he will consider himself authorized to perform his ministry in Maher's settlement and Lake Providence, if called there.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1854 May 30
Borgess, Father C(aspar) H.:
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
There is a young man who is desirous to study for the priesthood. His father, Andrew Murphy, and mother are quite anxious that he might have the opportunity, but they are of the laboring class. The father has deposited with Borgess three notes in all $550, which he is willing to give to Purcell if he would take him. As it is difficult to come to a definite understanding about the graveyard, Borgess asks Purcell's decision upon a division, a part to be for the use of this congregation. The fences are out of repair and neither party is willing to see to it as it is.
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1854 May 30
Despouey, J.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipted bill for $8.40 for oats, corn, and hay.
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1854 May 30
Cavailhez, B(aptis)t:
Abbeville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
It has been 25 days since Father (Stephen Jules) Foltier gave Cavailhez 150 piastres to give Rousselon. He sent this sum to a friend of New Iberia to give it into the proper hands. For several days it has been at Rousselon's disposal at Albert and Tricou's, deposited by Pierre Cabrol of New Iberia. The prolonged silence about the estate of the late Father (Anthony Désiré) Mégret is disconcerting to the people of Abbeville. The plans for construction or speculation(?) are going to ruin. The rumor is that the Archbishop will not accept this estate and if this is so, the church could become a granary and the cemetery the enclosure to enlarge it. It would be good to relieve these good people of this anxiety and to convince them that Abbeville will continue to be the Archbishop's property and not that of a speculator who could later make it a place for Jews or Protestants. Foltier is very impatient to receive letters from Rousselon; he continues to be well loved by the parishioners. The rent of the pews went over 1000 piastres; the framework of his church is almost finished and it would be under cover except for an accident to his workman who fell from a scaffold. He expects to resume work soon. (This letter is somewhat difficult to follow and the above may not represent it exactly.)
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1854 May 30
O'Connor, Father J(eremiah):
Dayton, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The bearer, Mrs. Mary Scheaffy, is about to solicit for one of her boys admission into the Asylum. She is a very proper person and her object in wishing her boy in the Asylum is in order that he may be improved in his habits and receive some education in his youth. She lives out to support herself and cannot properly provide for him. The father is in prison and cannot help his wife and children.
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1854 May 31
De Vivaldi, Father Francis:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
By order of his Bishop Joseph Cretin of St. Paul, Minnesota, de Vivaldi is on a trip to the south of the United States to find means to build a church in his episcopal city where there is not yet one of any kind. As his instructions were to go to New Orleans, and Havana, he told his friends to send his letters to Blanc. The Archbishop of St. Louis, and the Bishops of Dubuque and Covington have urged him not to go to the south because of exposure to sickness so he has decided to go east and keep his trip south for another time. He asks Blanc to send his letters to Baltimore in care of Archbishop Kenrick. He needs help for their very poor diocese. (He signs as) missionary to the Winnebago Indians.
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1854 May 31
Brands, C.M., Father J(ohn):
(Barrens, Missouri)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. Mericier will present an order for 13 piastres which Brands asks (Rousselon) to pay. The bill for the two newspapers had been sent to them but as they had included it in their last settlement, Brands did not give an order for that. The cholerine reigns in their parish, and Brands was stricken. With some it changed to true cholera, but only 1 victim so far.
VI-1-g - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1854 May 31
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Florian Berthelot wishes to marry Ernestine Secxnayder and asks for a dispensation. Mina has at last found the person who gave Rousselon the $60 without retiring the note Mina had given Rousselon. It is Lawyer Armand Pitot. So Rousselon owes Mina $60 but he can keep it; they will settle it with the $40 which Mina claimed and which is due him from the estate of the late Father (Augustin) de Angelis.
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1854 (May 31)
Raho, C.M., Father Blaise:
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Raho asks for a dispensation for Morales to marry the sister of his deceased wife.
V1-1-g - A.L.S. - (Latin) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1854 May 31
Rouyer, C.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rous(s)elon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Rouyer, a galvanizer, sends a bill for repairs to spectacles and for a gold cross.
V1-1-g - Bill S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}