1856 Apr. 1
Marcilly, E(mma):
(West Ely, Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Marcilly has just received (Blanc)'s letter of March 6. His letter makes her hope that she can arrange her affairs. She received the 2000 "gourdes" last week and was waiting to have (Blanc)'s reply in order to thank him. The note for 4000 is due April 9, 1855; it is payable at St. Louis on May 14, 1856, at the Messrs. Benoist and carries interest at 6 percent. She does not have money at N(ew) Orleans and it will be presented like the others. Their affairs have been so badly handled that it is difficult; there will be considerable losses. If they do not receive the 4000 "gourdes", heaven help them. Alone here, without friends or advice, they have suffered so much that their health is poor. They will leave tomorrow morning for Chicago to fulfill their religious duties and at the same time see their sister Rose (Marcilly) and the children. They will return to Missouri in June. Letters can be addressed in care of Dr. W.H. Baltzell. (P.S.) Her sister Zulma (Marcilly) shares all of E(mma)'s sentiments.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1856 Apr. 1
Mitchell, L.F.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to Father (Angelo Mascaroni?) Masce to marry John Fahey and Mary Fahey. Archbishop Ant(hony Blanc) on April 2 grants a dispensation from the banns.
VI-1-j - D.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1856 Apr. 2(?)
Kenrick, Archbishop Francis Patrick:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Kenrick received (Blanc)'s remittance of $125 for the Relief Fund, in the name of (Blanc)'s province. Yesterday a letter dated March 5 reached Kenrick from the Cardinal Prefect informing him that the answers of the S(acred) Cong(regatio)n to the proceedings of the Councils of Balt(imore), Cincinati, and St. Louis would be issued quamprimum. He expressed the desire of the S(acred) Cong(regatio)n concerning the administration of the sacraments(?). Some one has complained of neglect proceeding from missionaries from other countries. The Congregation has had their affairs under consideration since the letter. In regard to Natchez, the first is scarcely admissible as he was expelled from Maynooth on a charge of larcency. Kenrick believes him to be an excellent person; his manners are modest and he enjoys the confidence of the Archbishop of N(ew) Y(ork) but the disgrace will prevent his promotion. The others are without blemish. The third is most eligible.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1856 April 3,
Bradford, Alexander W. Surrogate of the County of New York:
to William Seton:
Three letters of Administrator of the estate of Emily Seton, late wife of William Seton empower William Seton to administer all property and credits which his wife possessed in New York State. He may collect the debts due the estate and must pay all its debts. He must make an inventory of all the property and credits and submit a duplicate to the Surrogate within three months. If he discovers any further property or assets he must also make an inventory of these and submit it within two months of the discovery.
II-1-a - Printed document, Sand sealed - 1p. {2}
1856 Apr. 3
Courcy, H(enr)y de:
N(ew) Y(ork), (New York)
to Archbishop (John Hughes):
(New York, New York)
Courcy requested his friend (John Gilmary) Shea to transmit his petition. Courcy begs to thank (Hughes) for the copy of Bishop (Simon William Gabriel) Bruté's manuscript. By the information he has received from friends at Rennes and by the books they have collected, Courcy will be able to transmit to Hughes, as soon as he returns from France, biographical notes on all the priests whose deaths Bruté relates. Courcy would like to look at the papers of Bishop Bruté which (Hughes) has, before returning to France.
I-1-d - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1856 Apr. 3
Dupuy, Father Enn(emond):
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Dupuy asks for a dispensation for the marriage of Pierre Mizael Lambremont, son of Pierre Mizael Lambremont and Louise Breaux; and Marie Emilie Breaux, daughter of Joseph Breaux and Adèle Sigur, both of this parish. The marriage is to take place April 8.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {6}
1856 Apr. 3
Geraghty, Pat(ric)k:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $300 for repairing tomb vaults in St. P(atrick's) Cemetery. Previously Geraghty had received $60; the amount in full $360. (On the back); Geraghty will make good any defects.
VI-1-j - A. Receipt S. - 2pp. - 16mo. - {2}
1856 Apr. 3
Jan, Father A(nge) M(arie):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Two of Jan's parishioners, Joseph Potier and Emilie Broussard ask for a dispensation. They can give only 15 piastres.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1856 April 3
Jenkins, Father O(liver) L.:
St. Charles Seminary
(near Ellicott's Mills, Maryland)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Purcell's favor of the 28th, enclosing the $100 for Martin Bidenharn's board at St. Charles, has been received. No extra charge is made for remaining at the school during vacations. The vacation begins on July 14, and ends the first Monday in September. He thanks Purcell for his expression of good will toward their institution.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1856 Apr. 3
Keating, M.:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Supplement. Considering that the work on the vaults would be finished before the report would be handed in, Keating visited the cemetery again and finding the work given up as finished, he reports the following: 1) The old roof is cemented and evidence already exists that Keating was right in saying it could not last long for there are cracks; 2) As the work is finished, it is perhaps not desirable to incur further expense yet evidence of a clumsily finished job exists. For a complete job, considerably more should be done for which new specifications would be necessary. (Keating signs as) civil engineer and surveyor.
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1856 Mar.
Keating, M.:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In accordance with instructions from the sexton of St. Patrick's Cemetery, Keating has examined the vaults. He submits the following report. 1. The iron cramps binding the cornice are not long enough, they are only 10 or 12 inches long. They should be 3 feet and of brass or copper. 2. The cramps binding the upper slabs of "plaster" will stain the front and should also be brass or copper. 3. The brick course now laid on is not needed. The better way is to put on a new roof which will have a pitch of 1 1/2 inches more than the old one. 4. The broken lintels ought to be replaced instead of patched up. 5. The vaults do not range correctly in front and create the idea of an unworkmanlike job. 6. If the cement be put on the smooth old roof there will be no bond and it will no doubt scale off.
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(18)56 Apr. 3
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Madame (Amélie) Jouve, (R.S.C.J.) being expected at this time, (Martin) will not be going to New Orleans as he had told (Blanc). He will leave Tuesday for Avoyelles returning around the 18th. He will visit the missions closest to the post up to Pentecost, and after that he will undertake the west and northwest. Monroe is provided for; he has given it to a young priest who was to see (Blanc) lately. He withdrew him from Alexandria where since then he has been unable to place a confrere with Father (Hector) F(igari) who, he believes, will leave there soon. Lent gave them some consolations. Seven plantations have asked him to organize a mission for the slaves (negroes) a work (Martin) has wanted so much. Several chapels will be built for this purpose. Unfortunately he lacks for this difficult work, a good priest who speaks English well. He has decided to do it himself, at least in the beginning. (Martin) has installed at St. Augustine's (Ile Brevelle) a priest from Nantes, Father (F.?) Martin who has been there for 3(?) weeks and has charge of Rigolet and Vieille Rivière where chapels are to be built this year. The mulattos built a house for their pastor near the church and a mile from there, next year, there will be a girls' school directed by the (Daughters of the Cross) from Avoyelles. On the feast of St. Joseph, they opened a day school with 20 pupils under the direction of Father (Felix) Dicharry, assisted by two confreres and Peter McDonald. The important mission of Bayou Pierre is going well; (Martin) has bought 20 arpents of land on which the Catholics have built a house for the missionary which will serve as a chapel while waiting until they can build one. But Shreveport is not yet provided for and how many more which are still abandoned! The men are not lacking but the language is; without English one can do nothing here. Natchitoches has not ceased to be like part of (Blanc)'s flock.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {13}
1856 Apr. 3
(Purcell), Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
In reply to (Blanc)'s note of (March) 22, (Purcell) will be quite willing to let Father ( ) O'Neill leave this diocese. He is a very inefficient, and as Bishop (Richard Vincent) Whelan agrees, a very selfish man. He was 18 years out of the ministry, a lumber merchant in Pennsylvania, to which he had been attached when it was all the Diocese of Philadelphia. His appearance is rather in his favor, but it is more of a respectable man of the world than a priest. What does (Blanc) think of Father (Richard B.) Hardey who wants to come to this diocese. He shows a good letter from (Blanc) but (Purcell) knows of some of his antecedents which were not faultless. Bishop (John Nepomucene) Neuman(n) has compromised them all by asking leave of the Penn(sylvania) Legislature to sell church property. Seminarians all well.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1856 Apr. 4
Thirion, Father (Hubert):
Pointe Coupée, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
He waits impatiently for the return of Father (Francis) Mittelbronn to know the results of his interview with Blanc about the purchase of vestments and especially about the letter promised by Blanc. If the trustees no longer wish to pay them, the priests who come later will be reduced to public begging. Thirion likes Pointe Coupée but this order of things cannot go on longer. Pointe Coupée is one of the richest and most extensive in the state. Consequently it has the most work; Thirion could use three priests. But there is $1500 for two with two carriages and two horses for the service of the public. Also there is the custom of baptisms and marriages in the homes and the priest receives nothing more. Thirion will impose a fee for marriages in the home. Mittelbronn is not paid as an assistant but receives 100 piastres. If they are not paid within a month, they will leave. Thirion is tired of saying Mass with a chalice which Blanc would have prohibited ten years ago if he saw it and on an altar made of candle boxes. Trusteeship is only a sport; a little whiskey suffices.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {3}
1856 Apr. 4
Spalding, Bishop M(artin) J(ohn):
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Several priests of Spalding's diocese, having but poor missions, have asked Spalding to procure them some Mass intentions. One, a French priest, suggested writing to Blanc. Spalding did not see the unfortunate Dr. (Joseph) Botti but he learns that Botti has gone to New Orleans breathing threats. Spalding thinks he is a bad man who wishes to extort money on false pretexts. He borrowed money from Blanc's seminarian, (Ricius Newton) Hurley at Spring Hill and left his surgical instruments with him on deposit. Spalding trusts that Blanc has heard from his vicar general in Rome and that the appointment for Natchez will soon be made. Spalding sends regards to all who live with Blanc, and to Mr. Mansoni and Mr. Simms, etc.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1856 Apr. 4
Bertrand, Ferdinand:
St. Maurice, (France)
to New Orleans, Louisiana
Bertrand left New Orleans 15 years ago, he does not know if he has any friends living. He writes about an estate without a claimant. They have written several times to the minister of affairs of France about a Jean Girod who died at New Orleans 5 or 6 years ago, who left no family but must have left a considerable fortune. Bertrand recalls Girod when he lived in New Orleans but he did not know that he was related to him. He wants to know if the Girod who died there was a native of Adrier, son of Jean Girod and Marguerite Lachaume; also what fortune he left and the name of a good lawyer in New Orleans if in conformity. He asks that a reply be prepaid to France as otherwise he will not receive it.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}
1856 Apr. 6
Vignie, Aimée:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Vignie was agreeably surprised on Thursday to receive (Blanc)'s letter. Her many occupations here have prevented an earlier reply. Her sister has told her that (Blanc) would like to see her. The last time Aimée saw (Blanc) was May 1, 1851. What a painful interview for her! Only the interest (Blanc) has shown later has effaced a part of the memory of that day. She hopes to see him before long and reply also to what he says about the brief he received for her from Rome in 1851. She is content to learn what she should do.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {1}
(18)56 Apr. 7
Andrieux, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Assumption, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A good person of the parish came this morning to inform Andrieux of the second degree affinity between Francisco Truxillo and Widow Armélise Barrilleaux whose marriage is to take place next Saturday. The widow is marrying the first cousin of her late husband. Andrieux asks for a dispensation.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1856 Apr. 7
Marcilly, E(mma):
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Marcilly left Missouri on the 2nd and after numerous delays arrived last Saturday. She found new troubles. She has never suffered so much as she has since she left Mississippi. In her letter before the last, Marcilly stated that she cancelled(?) 100 gourdes of the total amount of the note. She was obliged to present it for the amount due. But she will remit to (Blanc) with a draft on N(ew) York for 100 gourdes. She will return to Missouri as soon as she receives word that the money is at her disposal. She is very sorry that this note has not been paid; she will be almost ruined and the children for whom she destined the fruit of her labors will be also. Her sisters join in asking (Blanc)'s prayers.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1856 Apr. 7
Pomarede, L(eon) D.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
A receipt for $300 for the three paintings executed in St. Patrick's Church.
VI-1-j - A. Receipt S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {2}
1856 Apr. 8
(Malou), J(ohn) B(aptist),Bishop of:
Bruges, (Belgium)
to Bishop Peter Paul Lefev(e)re:
Detroit, Michigan
Malou and Lefevere are the only ones of the diocese of Bruges upon whom the Lord has laid the heavy burden of the episcopate. Malou offers Lefevere a crosier because he has learned from Father (Peter) Kindekens that Lefevere wants it.
III-2-i - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
(1856) (Apr.?)8
Roosevelt, Mary:
Po(ugh)keepsie, (New York)
to (Bishop James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
She encloses a note received yesterday from Mr. Lawrence. She has not heard since midwinter from Carl(e)ton (Bayley). Has he forgotten his little daughter (Grace Bayley)? Roosevelt longs to implant in Grace principles that will make her what a woman ought to be. If (Bayley) is in New York next week, he should call on them at 60 Bleecker Street. Uncle Isaac is very well and sends his love. (P.S.) Any day after Sunday, Roosevelt will be at home in the city, for she does not want to miss his visit.
- A.L.S. - 2pp.
1856 Apr. 2
Lawrence, J(ohn) Tharp(?):
Dixon, (Illinois)
to Isaac Roosevelt:
(Poughkeepsie, New York)
Lawrence is glad to find that little Grace has not forgotten her western home and friends. Lawrence has just returned from Uplands and found Tim and Ellen pretty well and anxious to hear of Mr. Bayley and Grace. "Coral" has a beautiful heifer calf. All the other cattle and horses are fat and well. Old Flo and Clio died this winter. (Grace's?) Uncle Hugh expected to be in New York in a month or two. Her father wrote from Rome and spoke of remaining abroad during the summer. His presence here is much required. Mr. Brooks, who handled Carleton's western funds has died, and his affairs are much embarrassed. (Grace's?) Aunts Helen and Sarah and children are well; Julia, John, and Lizzie constantly talk of Grace. Mrs. Lawrence unites in regards to Mrs. Roosevelt.
- A.L.S. - 3pp.
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1856 April 8
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bp. Louisville:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He asks Purcell to deliver the enclosed to Father (David) Whelan as he passes on his way to Kentucky, or forward it to Major Alexander, Harrodsburgh, Ky. Spalding decided to give the clergyman in Louisville another trial as he finds that he has not given any public scandal.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
(1856) April 9
Carrell, George (S.J.) Bp. Covington:
St. Stanislus College,
White Sulphur, Scott Co., Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Purcell's letter came last night - the statement respecting Mr. McIntyre frightens Carrell. (Father Thomas) Butler wrote favorably and stated that Bishipelect (James Frederick Wood) recommends him strongly. Mr. B. brought a priest out here to Carrell, a De Villaries. Fathers Ford and Carroll of the Chicago diocese wrote in favor of a priest, but the Bishop answered Carrell's letter informing him that he was a monster of intemperance. Carrell does not think that the people of Covington are yet over the effects of Fleming's intemperance. He thanks Purcell for the information regarding McIntyre.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {10}
1856 Apr. 9
Maistre, Father C(laude) P(aschal):
Bayou Boeuf, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Here as elsewhere the trustees, appointed among themselves before there was a priest, believe themselves to be the absolute masters. In the discussion about the presbytery, they have shown him that he is not on the committee. They want to keep the money; they claim he should turn over the Sunday collection to them. He proposed that they take (Blanc) as an arbiter and they consented. Maistre cannot go to the city for 2 or 3 weeks as he is preparing for First Communion. As among the 5 trustees there are 4 who have not made their Easter duty and one who goes to Mass only rarely, (Blanc) is to write that trust is to be placed in the priest who should have the management of funds and should be the head of the affairs of the church and that the trustees are to aid him only with their advice. The church had a debt of $315 at Maistre's arrival; the renting of the pews on Easter Sunday paid it all. Last week he visited all the bayous and started a subscription for the presbytery; it will not go over $300 but they could start. Maistre consulted the above mentioned persons and they stopped everything. They wish to have the $70 received in the subscription; Maistre gave it to them conditionally. Cleophas Penisson has it. (Blanc)'s letter will certainly have an effect; Maistre is sure the people would depose the trustees rather than not have a priest. Maistre has not written again for the dispensation as the parties did not wish to submit to a penance. At Maistre's next visit, he will get (Blanc)'s time for Confirmation here.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1856 Apr. 9
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) has been so kind to Father (Joseph) Anstaett and Texas that (Odin) cannot refuse the request (Blanc) has addressed to him. So (Blanc) may give Anstaett Father (F.) Zeller's post until his return from Europe so as to be at New Orleans at the beginning of July. Anstaett has never had the yellow fever and (Odin) fears an attack if he spends the entire summer in (New Orleans). It will be difficult to replace him at Victoria but (Odin) will send a priest there from time to time. Father (Louis Claude Marie) Chambodut will leave to visit northeast Texas. He will be absent two months. They have Catholics scattered over a wide stretch of country to whom (Odin) wishes to give the means of fulfilling their Easter duty. (Odin) will leave Galveston in June for the pastoral visit.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1856 Apr. 10
Boglioli, C.M., Father C(harles):
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Boglioli asks for a dispensation from disparity of cult for John, slave of Valeri Landry and Elene(?) slave of Mrs. Prospere Landry, alias Adele Pedesclaux.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1856 April 10
Borgess, Father Otho H.:
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Purcell's kind letter to Messrs. Miller and Kirchner was sent to Borgess who answers immediately. He left the congregation in Pennsylvania on account of the rheumatism which disabled him so that he could scarcely do anything. He decided to live with his nephew until some change would take place. He now feels much better and would like to be employed. So he encloses his dismissorial letter from the Bishop of Philadelphia and would like Purcell to send him faculties.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1856 Apr. 10
Menard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Menard asks (Blanc) to grant a dispensation for disparity of cult to Ch(arle)s Auguste Seeligmann, German Reformed,, and Eulalie Riviere. (Blanc) is also to let Menard know when it would be convenient to come for Confirmation at St. Joseph's. Menard plans to have First Communion around Trinity Sunday. There will be at least as many as preceding years for Confirmation. If (Blanc) wishes to confirm in the surrounding churches, Menard believes that around Trinity Sunday would coincide with their First Communions also. Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perche will make the speeches when they celebrate St. Joseph's Day. The convent is doing very well; the pupils increase from year to year.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1856 Apr. 10
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Portier) will leave next Monday or Tuesday to talk with (Blanc); he does not remember any of the decrees of which (Blanc) spoke. He does not see that it did great harm; they violated them only by excess of zeal. This Father Pendergast of whom (Blanc) spoke, spent 3 days at their hospital. He called on (Portier) but (Portier) was forewarned and did not want to receive him. He gave scandal at Key West in the diocese of Savannah. If he dares return here, (Portier) will have him seized, according to canon.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1856 Apr. 10
Tejada, Juan:
Madrid, (Spain)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Tejada encloses (no enclosure) a prospectus of his latest works and asks (Blanc) to recommend them to his clergy. They have occupied him for 12 years and he has written them as much for America as for Spain. They have been adopted by 56 seminaries.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (Spanish) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1856 Apr. 11
Chaland, Dr. G. and Dr. V(icto?)r Fortineau:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The condition of Father (Ve. Modeste) Mina is far from satisfactory; it is impossible for him to fulfill his duties. They ask Blanc to add an assistant as soon as possible to enable him to take the complete rest necessary.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1856 Apr. 11
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mina is here alone, unable to do anything. He has had a fever all day. Father (Francis M.?) Masquelet did him a disservice in abandoning the parish, he who was so loved and respected by all. Mina asks (Blanc) to send him an assistant.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1856 April 11
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bp. Louisville:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Father (David) Whelan will almost certainly call for the letter sent to Purcell's care. Spalding supposes the Bishop (John Neumann) of Philadelphia may have been constrained by the charter to make the application to the legislature. It is humiliating, but not more so than is the practice of French and Belgian prelates who must correspond with government officials on temporalities. In Louisville the liberty and security of all opposed to Know-nothings is a mockery. The late municipal election was a farce. Catholics are leaving by the score, and the congregations are already sensibly diminished. The evil is too great not to redress itself. It is lamentable how soon their young clergymen lose their ecclesiastical spirit and how many of them regard their priesthood as a trade. Two of Spalding's young priests are complaining about the smallness of their salaries. They admit they have enough for food and clothing. How does Purcell get on with such subjects? P.S. He requests two vials of the sacred oils. He has just subscribed for the Rambler.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {5}
(18)56 Apr. 11
Thèves, Father A(nthony):
Albany, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Thèves has just arrived from New York where he spent several days to rest up from Lent. How indignant he was to read in the Catholic Standard, which Bishop (John) McCloskey handed him, the cowardly and undeserved outrage on a priest as respectable as Father (Jean Arthur) Poyet. Only Creoles could have done it. Indignation high among the bishops and priests here. Even the Catholics who do not practice their religion respect the priestly character. Thèves will not forget how he was calumniated in New Orleans and had to flee to save his life from nocturnal attacks from Creoles. He hopes that Blanc will not keep silent in regard to the pastor of St. Joseph but will brand before the public the brutes who attack priests.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1856 April 12
Hecker, Rev. I(saac) T.:
(Richmond, Virginia)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Boston, Massachusetts)
Father Hecker is pleased that Brownson will deliver the lecture on the subject he mentioned. Brownson can stand before the American people as an American and be the champion of Catholicity. Brownson's own reconciliation of Americanism and Catholicism is to take place also in the nation. He bids Brownson to let recollection, etc., also enter into his preparation. Father Hecker tells of his own missionary campaign in Virginia. He and Father (Augustine) Hewit have closed a mission at Norfolk; he gave one lecture which attracted a large audience his subject being "On the Popular Objections Against Catholicism". Father (Clarence) Walworth was present. He put protestantism on the defensive and appealed to human nature. His success indicates God wishes for him to continue in that way. Now he and Fr. Hewit are at Richmond to open a Mission on the following day. Bishop (John McGill) was not very hopeful but Hecker has been talking more encouraging. In two weeks Fr. Hecker expects to be back in New York. Father Hecker asks Brownson for a lecture in Norfolk next fall. His health is very good.
I-3-m - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 18vo. - {4}
1856 Apr. 12
Lavay, S.J., Father J(oseph):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lavay sends the information he gathered about the marriage about which he spoke at Plaquemine. It took place in 1835 at Foret Verte in Lower Canada, about 50 miles from Toronto. The parties were both Catholic and had every opportunity to be married by a priest. However, they believed there was no priest there when the marriage took place. The husband having obtained a divorce from his first wife, married a second and now wanted to have this second marriage blessed as the first one was invalid.
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1856 April 14
(Blanc), Ant(hony), Abp. New Orleans:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He thanks Purcell for the information in regard to Father O'Neil. Blanc had written to O'Neil to have him come. Much good can be done in Vicksburg but a mere nice gentleman could not do much. Yazoo is too isolated for such as O'Neil. Blanc does not know what to say in regard to H. There are good qualities in him, but he would not like to see him alone as the head of a congregation. Blanc cannot conceive upon what ground Bishop (John) Neumann could apply to the Legislature of Pennsylvania to be allowed to sell some church property, unless it be with the hope of obtaining a tacit corporate faculty for the future. Father (Stephen) Rousselon is perhaps now in Lyons. Blanc does not look for the appointment of a successor to Bishop (James) Vandevelde before August. Purcell seems to insinuate that Rousselon might be the nominee. If he could speak English, Blanc would have him for his coadjutor and successor. There was a controversy between the Bishop of Chicago and the late Bishop of Natchez, regarding a certain donation of property made in 1851 to the latter by Mrs. Hunt of St. Louis. The property was never disposed of while Vandevelde was bishop of Chicago. When he left for Natchez Vandevelde proposed to Mrs. Hunt that she donate the property to the new diocese of Quincy which had been a part of Chicago. She made the transfer but the deed was never recorded. When Vandevelde saw the poor resources in Natchez, he asked Mrs. Hunt to let him have one of the three lots which composed the donation. She cheerfully consented to this. When Bishop O'Regan was appointed to Chicago he demanded that Vandevelde restore the property as rightly belonging to the diocese of Chicago. Vandelvelde offered to submit the case to the Archbishop of St. Louis and to Mrs. Hunt, but O'Regan refused and referred the case to the Propaganda. Blanc was charged by the Cardinal Prefect to investigate the case and to decide in the name of the Sacred Congregation. Vandevelde sent Blanc the history of the affair and his promise to abide by Blanc's decision. O'Regan would not leave the case with Blanc but said he would write again to Rome. Blanc waited, and in the meantime Vandevelde died. Blanc is of the opinion that the property should be divided into three parts, one for Chicago, one for Quincy, and one for Natchez. Natchez is entitled to a part since Vandevelde was instrumental in getting the donation. As the original donation was disposed of, any change could be made by the mutual agreement of the donor and the donee. Blanc requests Purcell's opinion on the matter.
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1856 Apr. 14
Figari, (C.M.), Father (Hector):
Alexandria, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Figari received (Blanc)'s letter yesterday. Enclosed (no enclosure) is what Figari thinks he can say about James Gilmer. Bishop (Auguste Marie) Martin passed by this morning on board the Piota(?) on his return from Avoyelles. Their river is falling very fast, weather dry and dusty. Figari hears from Mrs. Long that (Blanc)'s health is very good.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1856 April 14
Meagher, Father James:
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He writes to remind Purcell of his promise to take an orphan from Miss Bridget Maguire. He will say nothing in this letter about Father (Thomas) Sheehan, but may see Purcell on Wednesday. Michael Fahy's letter to Purcell shows how Father (Caspar) Borgess has been working a strong undercurrent against Meagher. Fahy is a singer in the German church, living rent free in a house on the German church lot. He never did join St. Patrick's congregation. Father (Aug.) Grogan will take charge of the Delaware mission if Purcell thinks well of it.
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1856 Apr. 14
Tholomier, Father (Claude Anthony):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
As soon as he got (Blanc)'s letter of the 9th, he got the necessary information: 1. Remi has not gone to Europe in the two years just past. 2. His name is Henri Remi. When Tholomier has the occasion of a word face to face with (Blanc) he will tell about the position of the poor brother of Father (J.) Martin, pastor of St. James in order to intercede in behalf of this old man who asked Tholomier to write to (Blanc) to order his brother, the pastor, not to prevent(?) his nephew from paying his father what he owes him. Tholomier will try to have the First Communion of the children of the parish coincide with that of the pupils of the Ladies of the Sacred Heart; this will be come time in May. (Dr.) Damare will give (Blanc) 30 piastres for the Propagation of the Faith.
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1856 Apr. 15
Verrina, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
At the request of the trustees, Verrina has made a new list of fees for the church here. They have asked him to submit it to (Blanc) and they are disposed to accept any changes he makes. Verrina has made it as high as that of Donaldson because they are as well and perhaps better established. Verrina would like to give benediction of the Blessed Sacrament at least once a week during May. There is no danger of irreverence and it is a powerful motive to bring a number of the faithful to the church.
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1856 Apr. 16
Chambige, Father F(rancis):
St. Thomas (Seminary)
(Bardstown, Kentucky)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He had hailed the coming of a clergyman from (Blanc)'s archdiocese as an opportunity of showing he had not forgotten (Blanc)'s hospitality during his rather protracted stay at New Orleans. Therefore, they treated Father (Jean Arthur) Poyet with special regard, gave him their Bishop's room and placed at his disposal all the means of accomplishing the object of his journey to Kentucky. But Poyet hardly ever paid any regard to advice or directions; he studied what he pleased and very little even that. So he was making very little progress in English. His conduct has been so reckless and indiscreet that Chambige has had to tell Poyet to seek another place. Chambige does not consider Poyet a bad man but he acts without prudence. Chambige hesitated to write to (Blanc) but their Bishop advised him to do so.
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1856 Apr. 16
(Blanc), Archbishop Ant(hony):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father J(ames) Lesne:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) grants a dispensation from difference of religion to Victor Fassmann and Damilia Collins.
VI-1-j - D.S. - (Latin) - 1p. - 16mo. - {3}
1856 Apr. 16
Connelly, Father J(ohn) J(oseph):
Montreal, (Canada)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Father John Baptiste?) St. Pierre having been ill for some time and in the infirmary, has asked Connelly to send Blanc the enclosed bill of exchange (no enclosure) and to ask him to distribute the amount among the three daughters of the one to whom this restitution is due.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1856 Apr. 16
Cretin, Bishop Joseph:
St. Paul, (Minnesota)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) is to put the letter for Father (Francis) de Vivaldi in an envelope. Cretin did not hurry to inform (Blanc) directly of the reception of the two letters of exchange because he notified Vivaldi immediately. Cretin is surprised that his letter had not reached Vivaldi by the date of (Blanc)'s last letter. Cretin does not doubt that (Blanc)'s charity has enabled him to see in Vivaldi only his good qualities. But it is impossible to talk with him for a few days without exposing his vanity, his eccentric ideas, his falseness under a veil of piety. Vivaldi has compromised forever, by his imprudent conduct, Catholic missions among Indians. It is certain that they can no longer expect the support of the government. Cretin's last efforts at Washington have failed. The Minnesota representative whom de Vivaldi openly opposed in spite of Cretin's forbidding it, will always bear a grudge against him because of his ingratitude; he can no longer appear in those regions. His pompous announcements about Piopolis has made many enemies because of the deceits of which they are the victims. The young lawyer who lived on the lands had to flee for fear of being beaten(?) by the people who came 2 or 300 miles to settle at Piopolis and found only a hut, woods, and swamps. He ceded all his rights to Cretin, who did not accept. Every day reveals new debts. He borrowed $800 secretly from one of their neighbors who now is demanding it of Cretin. As soon as he has gathered together everything needed to pay his debts of around $5000 he will have to turn over to Cretin his letters of credit or Cretin will report him in the newspapers as a man unworthy of confidence. Cretin has just learned from Archbishop (Louis) Franzoni, of Turin, who ordained him, that the canon is unworthy of esteem. This poor canon can tell (Blanc) that Cretin often cited (Alessandro) Gavaz(z)i whom he was afraid de Vivaldi would imitate some day. (Blanc) is to give Cretin de Vivaldi's address in Havana or find out confidentially what he is doing in that country. He wrote here that he was going to Mexico, that he had an excellent recommendation from Bishop (Martin John Spalding?) Spaulding for Rome; that he hoped(?) for a mission for that country. If they believe in Rome in the "humbug" of the letter of the Indians to the Pope, it will cause laughter here. (Blanc) is to pray for Cretin's diocese. Their church cannot be finished before 3 years. Cretin is sorry about the difficulties de Vivaldi has raised for some members of (Blanc)'s clergy.
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1856 April 16
W(helan), Father D(avid):
Mt. St. Mary's (Emmittsburg, Maryland)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He regrets that Purcell was obliged to sell the Ordos at one third less than cost. He regards such meanness on the part of those who have need of the Ordo as despicable, for there is not a priest in the diocese who could not afford to pay the full price. He was a little surprised at Purcell's having consented to the giving of a concert in the Cathedral. He was sorry to hear that Mrs. Corr was ill. They have been saddened by two deaths in the community, one a student, the other a carpenter who died in a horrible accident. Whelan may go to Cincinnati in July. Of course Purcell was pleased to learn of the conversion of Mrs. Boyle.
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1856 Apr. 17
Lucas, Father P(eter):
West B(aton) Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Lucas asks Blanc to let him know when he plans to come to give Confirmation. Having two places to prepare, Lucas believes it would be easier to come to Baton Rouge than to Lucas's. By notifying him before the first Sunday of May, Lucas will announce it in time to begin the retreat. When Blanc was at Father (Charles) Chambost's Lucas started to go to see him but on the way someone told him that Blanc had left. So Lucas returned, having to see about painting the church, the interior will be finished for Blanc's coming in May.
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1856 Apr. 17
Doane, George H.:
Rome, (Italy)
to Bishop (James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
Carl(e)ton (Bayley) told Doane yesterday that he expects to leave Rome on Monday. Doane is sending a little parcel Carleton is to take. It is a photograph of a picture, and is the best argument for the love we feel for our dear Lady. Carl(e)ton can answer any questions about him.
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1856 Apr. 17
Ravignay, S.J., Father X(avier?) de:
Paris, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He has written in detail to the Superior of their mission in New Orleans about three new converts who have just returned to (Blanc)'s city. Mrs. Lennen(?) and her two daughters suffer persecution from Mr. Lennen because of their conversion. Ravignay's fears will be calmed by thinking that (Blanc) will look after them.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1856 Apr. 18
Claffa, Jeoarge:
Jefferson City, (Missouri)
to Archbishop Ant(h)ony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
On March 10, Claffa enclosed to Blanc for W(illia)m and John Claffa, of New Orleans, late from Ireland, a draft for $50 on the Bank of Lucas and Simons, St. Louis. As yet he has not heard from Blanc nor his brothers. Blanc is to let him know if they have called or if they have left for Jefferson City. P.S. The draft was drawn in favor of Anne Claffa. Direct to the care of Father W(illia)m Walsh, Jefferson City.
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1856 Apr. 19
Bradford, Cha(rle)s M.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to Father (James Lesne?) Laine to marry Victor E. Fassmann and Damelia Collins.
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(18)56 Apr. 19
Grignon, Father M(athurin) F.:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Because of political troubles, Bishop (James Oliver) Vandevelde had insured the church for $10,000. This expires on the 24th; the premium is $125. Grignon leaves it to Blanc to decide whether to renew it. Some say it is unnecessary. Insurance on Rose Hill runs out in May; Grignon thinks this should be renewed. Grignon suffers very little from his leg but he cannot use it much. Friends suggest sea baths but he cannot travel alone. Also he cannot leave Father (Francis Rene) Pont alone so long. Grignon has sent the holy oils to the priests at Jackson and Sulphur Springs. According to their last letters, they were well. (P.S.) If one of the Lazarists could spend some time at Natchez, it would be good for the congregation and the Sisters of Charity could make their retreat. Grignon has not yet dared to contract with (L.J.?) Bahin for Vandevelde's portrait. He has the daguerrotype which is not bad but there is the question of $150. Grignon does not dare make a new appeal just now.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 16mo. - {5}
1856 Apr. 19
Jan, Father A(nge) M(arie):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Two of his parishoners, Ursin Leblanc and Marie Azélie Guidry wish to marry. They ask for a dispensation. Jan has their license. They can give only 15 piastres.
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1856 Apr. 19
Richardson, R(ichard):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to any Catholic priest to marry James Brady and Widow Alice Welch. (On the back): Archbishop Ant(hony Blanc) grants a dispensation from the banns.
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(18)56 Apr. 19
Zaza, Father J.:
Covington, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Zaza asks for news of aFather Louis, a priest of the diocese of Metz, who recently arrived in America. He went through Covington on his way to New Orleans and Zaza loaned him 60 fr(anc)s for the trip. Zaza also arrived several months ago from France; the Bishop of Covington had asked for him a long time ago. If (Blanc) has any Mass intentions to send him Zaza will be very grateful. He is staying with the Bishop.
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1856 Apr. 20
Fox, (R.S.C.), Madame Mary Ann:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She expresses her happiness for Blanc's interest. She pronounced her vows about a week since. When she was left an orphan, Blanc was her protector and guide. During the last two years, she has made sacrifices in the death of three Mothers but the wound is soothed by Mother (Anna) Shannon, (R.S.C.J.) who is esteemed by all. Shannon took a great interest in Fox while a boarder. Mother (Victorine) Martinez, (R.S.C.J.) told Fox that she might tell Blanc that Fox has become reasonable and is no longer like a little child. Fox's little brother has been placed at Spring Hill College since the death of her aunt. He says that as soon as he graduates he will give himself to Blanc; he will write to Blanc during vacation.
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1856 Apr. 20
Vignes, H(enriet)te:
Fausse Rivière, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Vignes has had no news of (Blanc) except through the priests; she has thought of writing ever since he left Point Coupée. She thinks of his promise of a pastoral visit here soon. (Blanc) no doubt knows all that goes on in his parishes. The absence of Father (Francis Christophe) Mittelbronn caused general sorrow; he and Father (Hubert) Thirion were hardly enough for their needs especially in the summer in the time of sickness. Joseph is out of college and busy as a clerk in a store; Marie has grown. George and Josephine have the whooping cough.
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1856 Apr. 21
Cretin, Bishop Joseph:
St. Paul, Minnesota
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
N(ew) Or(leans, Louisiana)
Cretin has just received (Blanc)'s letter dated the 4th. He thanks (Blanc) for his kindness to the poor canon; Cretin's harshness toward him could have scandalized (Blanc). There is no sincerity in him in spite of his charming appearance. With his words of Indian mission and community, he throws powder in the eyes of those who do not know the state of things. The community consists of a servant and a child of 15 whom he has put into a religious habit so that he could speak of the foundation of a new order. Cretin never approved the constitutions. He played the role of duplicity against Cretin, Father Ventura and Father Beaujolin, who simply approved(?) a project which he allowed to be enlarged and given in their name. Cretin did not want to protest his printed circulars. Not content with having deceived people for two years with his plan of Ville de Piopolis he wanted to start something this year. Perhaps (Blanc) saw the article in the Boston Pilot or the Leader; it is nothing but humbug. A great number of poor Irish came from the ends of the Union asking where Piopolis was. Many spent more than $200 to come where they would have died of hunger if they had not quickly rejoined settled places. Father (Augustine) Roux, Cretin's vicar general, reproached Cretin several times for not having interdicted him sooner. Cretin doubts that he could safely appear here; they would have him arrested because of the notes he gave(?). He took part in grave affairs until he was driven out(?) of Rome. Cretin knew nothing of this until too late. He has completely ruined the credit of all their priests. Cretin has only one other fear; that in Rome, deceived by his reports, they will have confidence in him. Cardinal Franzoni cannot be ignorant of the difficulties he has with his brother, Archbishop (Louis) Fransoni of Turin. He recently said that Father (Francis) de Vivaldi did not deserve his esteem. Cretin is not writing to Father (Jean Arthur) Poyet; if (Blanc) will thank him for Cretin for what he did for de Vivaldi, and ask him to forget and forgive all the unpleasantness he has had in this regard, Cretin will be grateful.
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1856 Apr. 21
Verrina, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Arsène Terriot wishes to marry Carmélita Terriot his first cousin and sister-in-law. Carmélita was the wife of the late Furmin Terriot who was a half brother of Arsène. In spite of all of Verrina's remonstrances Arsène has decided to be married by the justice of the peace in case he cannot obtain a dispensation.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 16mo. - {4}
1856 April 22
Meagher. Father James:
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Father (Thomas) Sheehan stated that Father Quigley was the author for the base slander with which he attacked Meagher's character. Meagher wrote to Quigley who was at the Gethsemani Monastery (Ky.) to ask if he ever noticed anything that would lead him to suspect a sinful intercourse between Meagher and his housekeeper. Quigley protests solemnly that he never spoke of such a thing to Sheehan. There are five other priests in the diocese who can prove that Sheehan is a notorious liar. Meagher cannot rest under such a base charge. With regard to intemperance Meagher promises never to touch liquor again. But he was never a drunkard. It is false that he is unpopular with his people. As to his preaching he does as well as he knows how; his instructions are suited to the capacities of his people.
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1856 Apr. 22
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mina thanks Blanc for the help he sent in the person of Father (J.A.?) Faure who arrived on the 16th. He is a worthy priest who will suit the parishoners perfectly; he seems satisfied with his post. Mina's leg and foot have let him have a little rest for 2 or 3 days so that he can get in and out of bed without help. He will not neglect what the two doctors have ordered him to do. Mina will send his annual subscription of $100 pro mensa by (Father?) Burke to whom he owes many thanks for all his services. Mina has not yet received anything for the Propagation of Faith. The people have not yet sold their crop. P.S. Father (Francis?) Masquelet treated Mina very badly. Mina paid him almost 300 piastres in the 3 months he spent here. On the 11th he left Mina in bed with a high fever in spite of pleas to remain until Burke's arrival. Burke did not arrive until the 15th. No Mass on Sunday; the next day a marriage to be performed; they carried Mina to the living room on a footstool to perform it. This makes Mina murmur against Masquelet's hardness of heart.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {4}
1856 April 23
Borgess, Father C(aspar) H.:
Columbus, Ohio
to ArchbishopJohn Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
In accordance with Purcell's request, Borgess has made known his determination to (Father Otho H. Borgess), and by this occasion returns the letters of the Bishop of Philadelphia. He hopes to see Purcell soon.
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1856 April 23
Carriere, S.S., Father(Joseph) Superior of Sulpicians:
Montferrand, France
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He finds himself in a territory where Purcell is well known and which Purcell knows well. Stopping there during his tour of visits, he wishes to fulfill a commission given him; already he has filled a similiar one in 1852. A Mr. Lhuiller from Xousse, of the diocese of Nancy has given him 250 francs, 248 with the costs taken out for M. Joseph Pendon of Fayetteville, Brown Country, Ohio. At the last accounting Purcell owed Carriere 161 francs. Actually Carriere was now well his debtor 81 francs which he will hold at Purcell's disposition or send to M. Dejean to whom a large sum is due for M. Albrinck. He has not received any answer from Purcell on this matter. He was astonished to receive from M. Tardivel of Billom a letter complaining that his brother Claude had not yet received the 341 fr. 50 cent. which Carriere had sent to Purcell and for which he had a receipt. He hopes that the matter will be cleared up. He has received money neither from the parents of Bishop (John) Lamy nor from M. Meyer. For the rest Purcell can see that the seminary is more than paid. He does not know whether there is in this the debt toward M. Dejean or that of the Econome towards the Petit Seminarie of Nantes. He has no funds for Purcell yet Purcell answered that he supposed that M. Lafargue had drawn upon him as had been arranged. He regrets that time does not permit him to say anything else. Purcell knows all by the papers. There is always much good and much misery. The famous Mr. (George H.) Doane has arrived. The state of his health and the advice of Pere (John Henry) Nettman has determined him to go to Rome where he will probably be ordained sooner than among them, as his bishop of Newark desired.
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1856 Apr. 23
(Odin) Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The young missionaries who are to arrive from France have finished their course in theology. (Odin) intends to ordain them soon and have them study English and Spanish. (Blanc) is to send them to Galveston when the boat which brought them from Havre arrives at New Orleans. He thinks they will have money enough to pay their passage here. Father Denavit advanced them 2600 francs on (Odin)'s account. Father (Louis Claude Marie) Chambodut is on a trip along the Red River. There are many isolated families in that direction for whom it will offer the facility to make their Easter duty. The College of Galveston is beginning to take a good turn; the Irish priest who arrived recently does not lack for talent and is doing much to strengthen it. Last Monday the students gave the public of Galveston some literary exercises which pleased all listeners; there were more than 400 present. (Odin) will not leave Galveston until about the end of June.
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(18)54 Apr. 24
(Beers), J(ulia):
Litchfield, (Connecticut)
to (BishopJames Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
Mass but once since the fall, and a new priest. There seems little hope of seeing their Bishop (Bernard O'Reilly) again. When the "Cambria" came in, there was great joy but it was soon dashed. It is a great loss to this diocese. (Beers) has just received a letter from Father (Daniel) Kelly, whose mission embraces, Cornwall, and Cannaan and all that region on the Housatonic. He wants (Bayley) to spend a Sunday with him in the latter part of June, and in case their own bishop does not come back, to give Confirmation to his children. Father is able to get out now with a staff, but is very lame. Mother is well and sends love. Ap. has been home a few days, full of business. (Beers) hopes to get to New York with Mother in May. If her mother could see the devotions in honor of the Blessed Mother, (Beers) is sure it would melt her stubbron heart.
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1856 April 24
Borgess, Father O(tho) H.:
Columbus, Ohio
to ArchbishopJohn Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He feels that it is his duty to explain something in the letter of the Bishop (John Neumann) of Philadelphia. He was not aware of the grave accusations continued in the Bishop's letter. The exeat the Bishop sent him contains nothing bad. The Bishop's letter does not contain well-established facts but rumors of bad conduct which no one is willing to prove. The Exeat was written first. Which is true? Borgess denies that the Bishop of Philadelphia warned him of his conduct. The Bishop wrote that he is sorry that he was having trouble in his house, but Borgess did not understand what he meant, but soon found out that some had written to have him removed. Until now Borgess had not heard of any accusations. He denies that the Bishop's vicar general was sent to Wilkes-Barre (Penn.) to investigate him. What could induce the Bishop to give Borgess a good Exeat if he had doubted about his good conduct, and afterwards send a letter full of unfounded charges? Borgess will bring proof against the charges made against him. This brings Borgess into disgrace because Purcell had given him faculties and now withdraws them. Borgess will not be silent until the Bishop of Philadelphia brings positive proof of every charge.
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1856 April 24
Hughes, John, Archbishop of New York:
New York, (New York)
to J(ames)A(lphonsus) McMaster:
(New York, New York)
Hughes wants McMaster to send him a file of the "N(ew) Y(ork) Nation" and the "American Celt". If McMaster does not have it himself, Hughes would like to have him procure it.
I-i-m - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1856 Apr. 24
Lefevere, Peter Paul, Bishop of Zelanus:
Detroit, (Michigan)
to FatherCharles A. Chambille:
(Swan Creek, Michigan)
Printed formula grant of faculties for the diocese of Detroit filled in with proper details. In it Lefevere has added the faculty of dispensing from banns and of blessing crosses, medals, and rosaries, and the permission to omit Matins and Lauds of the following day when hearing confessions. The faculties are signed by the bishop and secretary, Father P(eter) Mennaert and impressed with the episcopal seal. The faculties are also granted in writing for the whole diocese with the consent of the missionary of the place or of those in charge of the mission. Included are the statutes of the diocese since 1843.
III-2-m - Printed Formulae S. - (Latin) - 15pp. and paper cover - small 8vo. - {3}
(18)56 Apr. 25(?)
Guinand, R.S.C., Madame A(dine):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Guinand should have informed (Blanc) sooner about Madame (Amélie) Jouve, (R.S.C.J.) and that house but she was awaiting a reply from Father (Aloysius) Curioz, (S.J.) which would definitely fix the date on which he would send them a priest. It would be the day after Pentecost. They set their First Communion for May 18 and thought (Blanc) would come during June to give Confirmation. But Father (Claude Anthony) Tholomier upset their plans. He wants their First Communion to take place on the 17th and his on the 18th and then on Sunday or Monday (Blanc) would confirm. Mother Jouve thinks that three aspirants could make their final vows on May 22, and profit from (Blanc)'s coming to give the retreat to their pupils or if he came on the 30th their aspirants could wait for that day. Whenever he comes they will be very happy to have him. Their Mother has not yet returned from Natchtitoches and will not be here before May 6. She will leave for the north in the final days of June.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 8vo. - {4}
(18)56 Apr. 25
Hickey, Michael:
Jackson, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Having written nearly two weeks ago to Father (George) Cooper for his wages, $9, for work on the church here, and receiving no answer, Hickey now applies to Blanc. If Hickey could afford it, he would not think much about it but his wife is very sick and work is scarce.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1856 Apr. 25
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste Marie):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Martin) received (Blanc)'s letter on Tuesday. Father (Hyacinthe) Tumoine arrived the same day and has just left. At Avoyellos there is a little irritation with him. On Palm Sunday 40 or 50 heads of families asked him not to hold the renting of the pews on Easter Sunday and declared that the trustees wished to again take over the administration of the goods and revenues of the church. They complained that the act by which the trustees had given the administration over to the pastor had carried the provision that the pastor then would be responsible for the up-keep of the church and the cemetery. It seems that T(umoine) has made no repairs with the excuse of the slenderness of funds. The figure of his revenue is difficult to learn. $1700 was last year's, not counting the fees from N. which he received from (Blanc)'s diocese. He has been alone except for six months and one can cite only the expense of his little household; the Sisters have repaid all his advances. This charge of avarice, together with his incapacity in preaching have evidently alienated their hearts. The Daughters of the Cross, in spite of the services he has rendered them, regard him as one of their most severe trials. Tumoine senses this and persists in wanting to return to (Blanc)'s diocese after a visit to France. (Martin) when confirming at the Avoyelles, two weeks ago, told him that he would talk to (Blanc). In the mean time, (Martin) gave him permission to be absent and some testimonial letters. Tumoine could scarcely go back to his parish where he is neither loved nor esteemed. (Martin) does not have any post where Tumoine could do one-third as well as he has done at Avoyelles moneywise. So (Martin) has no objection to his returning to (Blanc)'s diocese but he would like in exchange a good subject who speaks English, whom he could keep here a short time and use in his college. The aim of Tumoine's trip here was to sell (Martin) his property. Tumoine paid 450 piastres for it five years ago; (Martin) offered him 600. Tumoine asked 900 and (Martin) refused. It will cost more to set up a priest but at least (Martin) will not swell the purse of priest who is already too rich. Madame (Amélie) Jouve, (R.S.C.J.) is here and seems entirely won over. Her presence has been necessary for a long time and cannot help but do much good. (Martin) has given her, as a free gift, the property he had bought for a college, reserving by a simple contract, the sum of $2000 payable to him in case of the dissolution of the foundation. These Ladies (of the Sacred Heart) wish to build and move there and the property they now occupy, much more suitable for a college, will be given over to (Martin) by the trustees to whom it will revert when they leave. Jouve will take with her a young postulant, Claire Fleury, whom (Blanc) will see at St. Michael in her last year as a boarder. They are threatened with a drought similar to the one last year. On May 3, (Martin) ordained a priest and a sub-deacon. He will leave after Pentecost for his tour of the west. The Leopoldine Society last August sent an alms of 172 pounds sterling in an order on the house of Rotschild in London. He did not receive it; lately he received a notice with a second one which was refused as too uncertain. (Martin) is now in desperate straits.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {8}
1856 Apr. 25
(Purcell), Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Purcell) has perused the enclosed (no enclosure) and (Blan)'s letters of the 14th. But he declines to have any opinion to express in this controversy. The evil consists in the selection of the two bishops named in the premises for Chicago or any other place. The conduct of the deceased (Bishop James Oliver Vandevelde) in seeking to be placed in Washington, in upsetting the National Council's resolutions, suggestions, acts, in Rome, his translation from his diocese in its time utmost need and his diverting from it what it so much wanted(?) to relieve it from pecuniary embarrassment, seemed like mental aberration. As for the present incumbent, (Bishop Anthony O'Regan), what did he know of this country? He tells servants, strangers, anyone, all his troubles. (Purcell) has been obliged to place Father (Richard B.) Hardy at Marietta, the place lately occupied by Father (R.P.) O'Neill whom he has not seen since. (Blanc)'s seminarians are always A No. 1. Father (John Mary?) Jacquet wants compatriot Mr. (Anthony Durier?) Duriew to spend his vacation with him; a good priest. So Bishop (Bernard) O'Reilly is surely lost. God grant him rest. The legislature did not pass the law about the tenure of church property by bishops.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {9}
1856 Apr. 25
Thirion, Father (Hubert):
Poydras College
Pointe Coupée, Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On the 23rd, Thirion placed the tabernacle of the main altar of St. Francis Church under interdict. Since then he cannot in conscience keep the Sacred Species. The big cross crushed the tabernacle; the debris is still there. Thirion has shown (Blanc)'s letter to these gentlemen. He does not know what the result may be but there must be a change. P.S. (Blanc) understands that Thirion is here alone.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1856 Apr. 25
Tholomier, Father (Claude Anthony):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Tholomier has just talked to Mother (Adine) Guinand, (R.S.C.J.). First Communion for the children will take place at the convent on May 17, for the parish on May 18. They hope that (Blanc) can take the boat leaving on Friday and be here the same evening in order to give Confirmation.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1856 Apr. 25
Verrina, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Verrina called a meeting of the trustees yesterday and told them of (Blanc)'s wishes in regard to the new fees. By tomb fee, Verrina does not understand the trench which is included in the price of burials but the lots which the people buy to put up family tombs. No doubt burials for the poor will be made gratis, as in the past.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 16mo. - {1}
1856 April 26
Corcoran, Rev. Ja(me)s A.:
Charleston, S(outh) C(arolina)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
N(ew) Y(ork), (New York)
Father Corcoran invites Brownson to deliver a course of three or four lectures before the Catholic Institute of Charleston sometime in May. Father Corcoran feels that Brownson will attract many of the Protestants whose conservative opinions Brownson shares and promotes by his writings. The Catholic body will be pleased to make suitable arrangements for the lectures.
I-3-m - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 16to. - {1}
1856 Apr. 26
(Foltier, Father Stephen Jules):
Avoyelles, (Louisiana)
to ArchbishopA(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Letters from Oswego have advised him that the money (Foltier) had sent was received and distributed to those entitled to it. He thanks Blanc for his trouble. (Foltier) learns that the estate of Father A(nthony) D(ésiré) Mégret cannot be probated(?) in this court. Mr. Filheul can give Blanc the reasons. (Foltier) was surprised not to find in Filheaul's hands the necessary papers to support the claim of Mr. Cavailhez which (Foltier) had given to Father Rousselon in January. Cavailhez wishes to have them to give Mr. Robert the necessary explanations. V( ) Veazey is not satisfied with the reception of his claims; he is making threats but (Foltier) thinks there is nothing to fear. However he could sell or put in his wife's name or that of Madame Sagrera(?) many things which are not mortgaged. There is a fear that the rumors about his running of affairs as parish treasurer are not without foundation. (Foltier) has just visited the people most distant from Abbeville. He validated 17 marriages. The visit of the priests from Opelousas is announced and is awaited impatiently especially at Lake Arthur. As soon as they have made their first visit, (Foltier) will believe he is relieved of all responsibility. Among this year's marriages is one that (Foltier) could not prevent. It is one with an impediment of first degree relationship between a brother-and sister-in-law. (Foltier) referred them to Blanc. But they went to the judge. The pastor of Lafayette told (Foltier) that he heard from Father (Aloysius) Curioz, (S.J.) that he would be replaced in September or October and that a priest would be placed at Abbeville. This lets (Foltier) count on his much desired change in October. With this prospect (Foltier) will undertake nothing new; he will leave no debts. The pews are sold for 1263 piastres, a very satisfactory sum considering the bad season. Two-thirds of the dairy farms are gone. Another reason is the temporary levy for the Court house. The congregation is as large as in the past; 57 children made their First Communion. The collection for the seminary will be taken on Pentecost or Corpus Christi.
VI-1-j - A.L. incomplete(?) - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {9}
1856 Apr. 26
Frémon, Zelina:
St. Michael's Convent, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Frémon expresses her gratitude and tells of her happiness here. Virtue is practiced here by these Ladies so that it pours out over all those around. She told the Ladies of Blanc's gracious invitation to be received in his name. Madame (Adine) Guinand, (R.S.C.J.) received her with charming kindness.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1856 Apr. 26
Menard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He was about to answer (Blanc)'s letter of the 11th about Confirmation when he received the second one dated the 22nd. His delay in answering was the difficulty in reaching his neighbors. It was only day before yesterday that he could see Father (Francis) Tasset. The days (Blanc) designated will suit everyone. They will expect him at Thibodaux on May 25, on the 26th at St. Mary's, on the 27th at Houma and on the 29th at St. Philomena. The steamboat, Dr. Beaty, arrives at Thibodaux Saturday morning. In case (Blanc) misses it, he can come by railroad the evening before. Menard saw Father (Claude Paschal) Maistre, pastor of Bayou Boeuf day before yesterday and told him of (Blanc)'s visit and that (Blanc) had said he was going to Assumption from St. Philomena's. If (Blanc) saw fit, he could get to Bayou Boeuf in an hour on the train. Maistre will visit or write (Blanc) about this. Everything is going well in the parish. Father (Cyprian) Venissat's address is Star Post Office, Assumption. P.S. Mother Ste. Thérèse (Chevrel, O.M.C.) is sending (Blanc) a preamble of the subscription. Menard asks him to return it to her with his approval. Menard advised them to take this step. A little word of encouragement will have great weight.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1856 Apr. 26
Verrina, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It is impossible for Verrina to see this widow and the young man since both live at Pierre Part. The young man gives no reason for (Blanc)'s giving these dispensations except that the widow is poor and he wished to support her. She has three children and could only with difficulty find someone else. He is a young man stubborn enough to leave no doubt as to what he will do in case of a refusal. Verrina told him to come to see him toward the middle of next week. As to payment, they seem to be poor.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1856 Apr. 27
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
(Galveston, Texas)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
This will be brought by Father Dominic Mesens, (O.M.C.) who is going to Europe to bring some new priests of his order. (Blanc) is to authorize him to say Mass during his short stay in New Orleans. He wishes to go by a sailing vessel; (Odin) thinks there would be one every day for Havre. If (Blanc) has need of some Belgian missionaries, he could perhaps get some for him. He has many acquaintances in that country.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1856 April 28
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bp. Louisville:
Lousiville, Kentucky
to ArchbishopJohn Baptist purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He rejoices that the Ohio legislature did not pass the abnoxious law regarding Catholic Church property. He has received the packet of Holy Oils. Father Murphy is a "fair talker". Spalding has read the article on the nunciature of Monsg. (Cajetan) Bedini. He does not find the general drift of the article bad. The article sins more by omission. The writer should have spoken of the devotedness to the Holy See everywhere manifested by the Prelates. Is it true that Bedini has been appointed to Protugal? It is probably an apology for the Nuncio's failure. Spalding has been much afflicted by that unfortunate Father (Francis Lawler), President of St. Mary's College. Not only has he been guilty of horrid excesses but he has shamefully mismanaged the college finances. Spalding asks if it would be permissible to have recourse to legal redress. Is a bishop compelled to suffer to the tune of thousands in order to save the character of a bad priest? He would be happy to have Purcell's advice.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {6}
1856 Apr. 28
Devereux, Father Thomas:
Lisbon, (Portugal)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans), Louisiana
Being ignorant of the address of (Blanc)'s suffragan, the Vicar Apostolic of Mississipi, Devereux asks (Blanc) to forward the enclosed letter.
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1856 Apr. 28
Devereux, Thomas:
Lisbon, (Portugal)
to The Vicar Apostolic of Mississippi:
The Marquis de Lavradio(?), conspicuous for his writings in defence of religion, has given Devereux to understand through the correspondence of his friend at Modena that the Vicar Apostolic stands in need of a few missionaries who are acquainted with the Portuguese language and who are capable of ministering to a portion of his vicariate inhabited by Portuguese Christians from the Island of Madiera. Devereux offered to help the Marquis in this purpose; the Marquis offered to write to his friend at Modena. Considering the length of time for this, Devereux has deemed it advisable to write directly. Clergymen are become scarce in this kingdom in consequence of the disturbance of its churches, converts, colleges and their revenues by their new form of government. Priests likely to be moved by a missionary spirit are too far advanced in years to leave their own country. The junior clergy do not have the proper education and are disinclined to leave their friends. The Marquis told Devereux that the Vicar Apostolic visited Rome last year; he may have found some Portuguese missionaries to remedy his need. Devereux is a poor Irish Oratorian educated and professed in the Portuguese Congregation of St. Philip Neri and has been amongst the Portuguese Christians during the last 16 years as a voluntary assistant because their modern code of laws exclude foreigners' promotion to benefices and public offices of government emolument both in church and state. He is now 60 and in good health. He is explicit so that the Vicar Apostolic can form an opinion of his capacity to serve and whether he might be worth the expenses of the voyage. Altar requisites can be obtained in Lisbon on reasonable terms. The only route from Portugal is via Liverpool to New York.
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VI-1-j - A.L.S. - 5pp. - 4to. - {5}
1856 Apr. 28
Francais, Father (Nicholas):
Charenton, (Louisiana)
to ArchbishopA(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Francais has just given hospitality to two persons dressed in the habit of Sisters of Charity; the weather was too bad to send them elsewhere. One is Sister Mary of the Desert, (S.C.), the other Sister Mary of the Angels, (S.C.). They said they were collecting for an orphanage they had founded in the Third Municipality. He did not ask them for an authorization signed by Blanc. He has no doubts about them but they have been burdened with collectors and Francais asks Blanc to give authorizations they could show.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}
1856 Apr. 29
Tholomier, Father (Claude Anthony):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s letter of the 26th reached Tholomier yesterday. They will expect him there for the vigil of Corpus Christi.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1856 Apr. 30
Cretin, Bishop Joseph:
St. Paul, (Minnesota)
to Archbishop(Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Cretin has just received Blanc's draft for $200. He does not understand how the error Blanc mentions could have slipped into his letter. He had always had the idea that it was $265. Blanc must have received a letter which must have given him complete certitude. One cannot notice here the existence of a railroad as far as New Orleans; there is still the same slowness of communication. Father (Francis) De Vivaldi is going to transfer Piopolis to Wisconsin where he hopes to have more direct cooperation with the bishop of the place. He will take along two capitalists. A new humbug and other dupes. Cretin approves of what Blanc has done about de Vivaldi; he has need of two kinds of doctors; he has embarrassed Cretin greatly.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1856 Apr. 30
Lamy, John, Bishop of Santa Fe:
Santa Fe, New Mexico
to ArchbishopJohn Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The opposition raised by a few of the old padres does not seem to stop. Although suspended Father (Juan Felipe) Ortiz had induced the legislature assembly of New Mexico to appeal to Rome against Lamy. Ortiz proposed himself as Bishop and to have Lamy removed or suspended. Ortiz demanded Lamy to show him a document from the Pope proving that he was authorized to take his parish. Where Lamy has good priests the improvement is sensible; the children are being instructed and the churches repaired. The two priests Lamy brought two years ago are doing great good. He hopes Father (Joseph P.) Machebeuf will bring a few more of that kind. The reports about Captain Seammon are true. A court martial is now held on his account. They had a very long and cold winter. Lamy's pecuniary embarrassment is still very great; but his heavy expenses are over. He hopes to repay Purcell's soon.
II-4-m - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {6}
1856 April 30
McNeirny, Father F(ranc)is:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
New York, (New York)
The letter is written by the Secretary of the Archbishop (John Hughes) to invite Brownson to attend a soiree to honor a Mr. (Henry) de Courcy, a Catholic Frenchman, who has rendered great service to the Catholic Church while in New York and who is soon to return to his native France because of poor health.
I-3-m - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1856 Apr. 30
McNeirny, Father Francis (for Archbishop John Hughes):
New York, (New York)
to J(ames)A(lphonsus) McMaster:
(New York, New York)
McNeirny states that Henry de Courcy who has labored much for the Catholic cause in this country is to sail for France, on Saturday, on account of feeble health. Archbishop Hughes wants McMaster to attend the soiree on Friday at seven o'clock. The object is to compliment de Courcy, and to testify their appreciation of his great service to the Catholic Church in the United States.
I-1-m - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1856 Apr. 30
Mènard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mènard has just learned from the Carmelite Sister of the misunderstanding about the collection or subscription about which Mènard had time for only a few words in his letter. He regrets that Mother Ste. Thérèse (Chevrel, O.M.C) had given the Sister a mission whose significance she did not know, Mènard is not surprised at (Blanc)'s observations; Mènard would have been the first to make them if it had been represented for what it was — an asylum for orphans. The convent of Mount Carmel is prospering at Thibodaux. In spite of the competition of a boarding school established long ago and the outrageous efforts of the Protestants, they have, after 6 months of existence, 45 students. A certain amount of new students are promised for the next session October 1. The present buildings are large enough for the present personnel and students. Not to be able to enlarge them would mean to refuse pupils. Mènard suggested that a collection or subscription could have good results. To make the collection of greater interest he suggested the reception of orphans. The Sisters already have four who are of great help in return for their education. Mènard thought that the more pupils they had, the more orphans they could take. The mention of orphans is only a small part of the strategy for the goal in question. Mènard would be happy to have a few lines of approval from (Blanc). They are looking forward to his visit.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1856 Apr. 30
Pelis(?), W(illia)m:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
License is granted to Father H(en)ry Aubert to marry Gustave Laloire, f(ree) m(an of) c(olor) and Lorenza Dreux, f(ree) w(oman of) c(olor). (Added in another hand): Gustave, son of Vincent Laloire and Marcellie Hibel(?) and Lorenza, daughter of Clomani(?) Dreux and Elisabeth Berquet. (On the back in pencil): Alphonse H.S.(?) Ivan, son of the late Antoine Ivan and Josephine Albertini and Philomène Adonais Fetter(?) daughter of Louis Fetter and Marguerite Fetter.
VI-1-j - D. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {13}
1856 Apr. 30
Rousselon, Father E(tienne):
Lyons, (France)
to ArchbishopAnt(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He takes advantage of the departure of six Jesuit priests for New Orleans to inform Blanc that Rousselon's departure is just about set for June 4. The seminarian who remained has just announced that his doctor has told him that as he is threatened with a chest disease it would be dangerous to leave. So, of Blanc's two seminarians there are none left. In their place Rousselon will bring four(?) postulants for Mother Thérèse. Cardinal Fransoni died several days ago. Rousselon plans to leave on the Orage and will be with Blanc in the first days of July. He will write again before leaving. His health is good in spite of the dinners he must accept. Collin is well. Like Rousselon he will return with as much pleasure as he left.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1856 Apr. 30
Tumoine, Father H(yacinthe):
Avoyelles, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop(Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bishop (Auguste Marie) Martin has given Tumoine permission to take a trip to Europe. Tumoine asked for an exeat; Martin gave him only a dimissorial. Martin said that since Tumoine intended to return to the diocese of N(ew) Orleans, he would arrange it with (Blanc) when he got back. Tumoine had asked to be readmitted as soon as he learned of Martin's appointment to Natchitoches. Tumoine asks (Blanc) to give him a letter of recommendation for the trip; Martin has given him one but he would like to have a few words from (Blanc). He hopes (Blanc) will leave one for him when he goes through N(ew) Orleans around the last of May. Tumoine is leaving Avoyelles because he believes that he irritates Martin in plans for the parish. Tumoine hopes that (Blanc) will take into consideration that he is one of the older ones in his diocese and that his health is not the best.
VI-1-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}