1856 Dec.
(Finotti, Father Joseph):
"Reflections and suggestions in regard to what is called the Catholic Press." Proofs from the "Metropolitan," Balt(imore, Maryland), Vol. IV, no. 11 given to (Finotti) by J(ohn) G(ilmary) Shea, Dec. 2, 1872—the corrections are in Archbishop (John Hughes)' hand, (Finotti) thinks. Proofs included with notes. (Finotti) notes that to understand these proofs, (John R.) Hassard's life of Hughes must be read. The speech is republished in Kehoe's collection of Hughes' works. Aequitas published an answer to this in the New York Times January 6, 1857. Father John McElroy, (S.J.) when accused of writing the answer said he was too old for that. Rev. John Bryce denied that he wrote it but said it contained his sentiment. (Finotti) thinks that (Thomas D'Arcy) McGee wrote it.
9 Galleys and 1 page of notes by Finotti
Attached is a copy of the Aequitas letter in the handwriting of Father Joseph Finotti:
1857 Jan. 6
Aequitas (Thomas D'Arcy McGee):
to
the editor of the N(ew) Y(ork) Daily Times
All regret that the article "Reflections and suggestions on the Catholic Press" by Archbishop Hughes has been printed. It is said that many of his friends advised against it, but, accustomed to rule without counsel all his life, he could not consider it. He believes the Archbishop will regret the publication of the article more than any other article since the publication of that document in which he tried to make up for the want of respectability in his Irish origin by claiming a Welsh descent, and giving an elaborate family history. Hughes attacks the editor of the "Celt" for asserting that the success of religion in this country depends upon the influx of immigrants. Hughes next turns to Dr. (Orestes A.) Brownson for asserting that the success of the Church depends upon the native Americans. He next attacks the "Freeman's Journal." Hughes attacks (James Alphonsus) McMaster. Hughes is the same old politician, he thinks more of what the world will say than what his priests and people will say. Hughes never condescended to call his priests together. Hughes tends to account for the lapsed Catholics as understandable only in the mysterious dispensations of Providence. This is a very convenient way of justifying Hughes' lack of positive action. Hughes' assertion that certain relapsed Catholics, who were baptized in the faith, never really belonged to the Church anyway, marks a precedent. It would be best if Hughes would restrain from political life.
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(1856? Dec.?)
Marcilly, E(mma):
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Marcilly asks (Blanc) to pray for Josephine Nelson who married Dr. W.H. Ballzell. She has just learned that Josephine has lost her little boy born December 22. Josephine sacrificed has first inclinations and rejected a brilliant fortune with which she would not have been able to follow her religion. The baptismal robe of her child was made before his birth and he will present himself to god without stain. Dr. Ballzell lives in Chicago; Marcilly's affairs did not permit her to go to join them. (Blanc) is to pray for Josephine and her husband who is an excellent young men but not yet Catholic.
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1856 Dec. 1
(Blanc), Ant(hony) Abp. New Orleans:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He has but a few minutes to present Purcell with one more seminarian. He arrived a few days ago from France with Father (P.A.) Zeller who recommends him very highly. He has gone through the most part of his Theology. Blanc desires that he be well examined and that he study English. Blanc will be accountable for his expenses at the seminary.
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1856 Dec. 1
Bonnecaze, Jules:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Bonnecaze this morning received Blanc's letter of (November) 29 and went immediately to show it and the power of attorney to Dr. Enders. He refuses to insure the house for more than $2000 saying that it would be paying a useless premium for if the house burned the insurance would pay only the value of the estimate made after the fire. To begin with, Blanc receives $2000 cash, a policy and insurance for a like sum. So there would remain only 2000 piastres for land valued at $3500. If such a misfortune happened to Enders, he would protect himself from giving up the land before making the repairs he proposes to make before going back there. Dr. Enders is solvent. Bonnecaze did nothing and said nothing without his father being present and he approved everything.
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1856 Dec. 1
Cénas, Father F(rancis) J.:
New York, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
After a trip as agreeable as useful to his second homeland, Canada, Cénas has just returned to New York not to settle but to assist Father (Annat) Lafont during the winter. Cénas has confided to the Bishop of Montreal and especially to Bishop (J.) Larocque the cause of his leaving N(ew) O(rleans). He did not conceal the sad not state of his heart after this new mishap. He found only kindness and affection. Their sympathy and that of the priests and Canadian faithful has greatly compensated for the trials experienced since 1849. His irreparable fault was to have left Canada in the first place. Even before he left N(ew) O(rleans) his life was a torture because he did not have the sympathy of the priests. Against (Blanc)'s advice, Cénas made several contacts by letter with the family who made so much trouble for him; he is convinced it was speculation on their part or vengeance. An irreligious woman will not forgive a slight. Cénas' fault must have the full confidence of his bishop and his fellow priests. He does not suit him. His health cannot endure the missions. The Bishop of Montreal seems to want him as a canon or to edit a journal. He hopes to return to Canada to stay. Just now he is happy with Lafont. Cénas is thinking of going to see his family in 4 or 5 months. He wrote Father Rousselon to tell him that he will try to pay as soon as possible the debt he contracted in regard to St. Augustine Church because of indiscreet alms.
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1856 Dec. 1
Hen(nes)sy, C.M., Father Ed(mund) Ma.:
Barrons, (Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
One of (Blanc)'s students (John D.) Porte(s), wishes to go south. (Blanc) has already approved of this step which his health and other motives demand. Porte has succeeded well in his classes and they expect to see his piety well cultivated at Mobile. Father (John Henry) De Bolle has gone to Buffalo and they have not heard of him since. He always expressed an attachment to (Blanc)'s hospital of which he continually spoke. The influence Hensy could have was directed in the sense of (Blanc)'s letter to Father (John Joseph) Lynch, (C.M.) even before Hensy was aware of (Blanc)'s intentions. The young men who remain here are doing fairly: (John L'LE) Strange, pious and studious; (Michael) Flanagan, sensible and studious; (Mathew) O'Brien is studying well. Hensy does not think they will see an ordination for some time after Easter when there will be four for deaconship.
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1856 Dec. 1
Poyet, Father J(ean) A(rthur):
Abbeville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Poyet received (Blanc)'s letter of (November) 19. If Poyet did not esteem (Blanc) he would have sold his horse and carriage and gone to N(ew) O(rleans) or some place else as soon as he read the letter. (Blanc) has been deceived by someone Poyet will not name. Poyet does not want to be Father (Stephen Jules) Foltier's pastor, much less his assistant. Foltier is a man without loyalty, who promised to make a collection and did not, who sold more than a thousand feet of lumber from the church and ordered Mr. Cavailhez to sell the rest. Foltier came to Abbeville where he found a presbytery and a chapel. He left Abbeville three years later without a presbytery and a chapel. Poyet wants to build a church 100 by 40 feet; (he gives details of what must be done). They must have cash. Has (Blanc) forgotten that Poyet gave him $650 and the corporation subscribed $600? Cavailhez, appointed collector for the estate of Father (Anthony Désiré Megret) Maigret, subscribed $100 with the hope that the new pastor would confide the construction of the church to him. An annual income of $3000 is not enough guarantee for Poyet to take a loan. Poyet never complained at any of (Blanc)'s appointments for him. It is (Blanc) who has been deceived. (This letter is very fragile; being written on both sides of very thin paper, it is very difficult to read. This calendar is would not be good to recall her here. The Mother Superior is also going to consult (Blanc) about sending Sister (Mary) of Calvary, (M.H.C.) out collecting but it would be well to wait for their Superior. Mother of the Passion mistrusts that St. Michael is going to be the Superior. This embarrasses St. Michael very much.
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1856 Dec. 1
O'Reilly, Father Bernard:
Corpus Christi, Tex(as)
to Archbishop An(thony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Since O'Reilly's appointment to this mission, he has succeeded in building a church by the zeal of his congregation of nineteen families. He collected $250 in Galveston and Houston and got, here, a few contributions from Protestants. He owes about $1400 and the church, beautiful in design, stands unfinished. The headquarters and depot are removed and with depot them, the means of completing it by their unaided efforts. O'Reilly asks Blanc's permission to appeal to the people of New Orleans. He will leave for Galveston to spend the approaching festival and then proceed to Blanc's city.
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1856 Dec. 1
Steinwachs, A.:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father J(ames) I(gnatius) Mullon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Steinwachs is instructed by the receiver of the N(ew) O(rleans) Draining Co(mpany) to send the enclosed bill (no enclosure) for drainage. Mullen's earliest attention is requested thereby preventing the instituting of a suit to foreclose the mortgage standing against the property.
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(1856 Dec. 2)
Foltier, Father S(tephen) J(ules):
(Vermillionville, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Foltier received the paint, nails, glass, oil, turpentine, the organ, and the zinc. He presumes that all the money is spent as he had asked Rousselon to send him some white sugar, coffee, and an overcoat. Rousselon is to let him know as he cannot get to New Orleans. he must supervise the workmen. He believes workmen that Father (Jean Arthur) Poyet should have all the resources necessary for the building of the church. It cost (Rousselon) dearly not to have followed the advice of a rustic who knew more about it. P.S. Rousselon forgot the cooper nails.
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(1856?) Dec. 2
L'Estrange, John:
(Barrens, Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It is not long since L'Estrange wrote. His health is good. One thing is wanting: the air here is not saturated with French expressions. It requires more practice in speaking than he can avail himself of to become proficient in French. Matrimony and Eucharist are his present tracts and his last. He hopes he did justice in preparation for the practice of what he has read.
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1856 Dec. 3
Layton, Tho(ma)s:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
The judge of the Probate Court decided today in the matter of Mr. Thorume's(?) legacy, in favor of St. Mary's (Boys' Orphan) Asylum. Mr. (A.?) Robert says it is necessary to have a meeting of the Board of Directors Thursday at 5. If Blanc has no objection to meeting at Blanc's residence Layton will send out notices. He would call on Blanc but cannot leave the bank.
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1856 Dec. 4
Alemany, Bishop Jos(eph) S(adoc):
San Francisco, (California)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Alemany's attention has been so taken up with his visitation that he nearly forgot Rousselon's question about Father Dominic Blaive. He has been in this diocese for nearly six years and Alemany has always seen him a good and zealous priest.
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1856 Dec. 4
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father Tim(othy) Bermingham and Father J.J. O'Connel(l), two very worthy priests of the diocese of Charleston will call to ask (Blanc)'s permission to collect in his city. Nothing but dire necessity has steamed(?) them upon them; (Portier) directed them to give (Blanc) the preference and then to fall upon Mobile and make up their accounts. N.B. Beware of a certain D.R. O'Neil, student.
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1856 Dec. 4
Grignon, Father M(athurin) F.:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Grignon writes about the little school for boys he has tried to start. Several boys wish to go to college soon. It will be impossible to pay the salary of the teacher but if he had one who could eat and sleep at the house, he could be recompensed by the revenue from the school. If (Blanc) knows a man who would suit, he is to let Grignon know.
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1856 Dec. 5
Lavay, S.J., Father J(oseph):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lavay received (Blanc)'s letter of (November) 5. He would have answered immediately if Jules Bonnecaze had not said he had just written on that subject. Yesterday Lavay saw Dr. Enders who said that all was ready for the completion of the sale except one small difficulty. It seems that the mortgage was never lifted by Mr. Henderson and the recorder refuses to lift it unless he is given the notes attesting that the property was paid for. Enders asks (Blanc) to send him the three notes which (Blanc) must have paid. Lavay is writing to the Religious of the Sacred Heart to send the three other notes they must have. Lavay has notified Dr. Williams of the sale of the house he occupies; he will be ready to leave toward the end of this month. Madame (Adine) Guinard, (R.S.C.J.) and Madame (Anna) Shannon, (R.S.C.J.) were here last week. As Guinand must go to Natchitoches she came to acquaint Shannon with affairs at Baton Rouge. The church is almost in the same state; Lavay hopes it will soon be plastered. Yesterday they received from Cincinnati a new organ costing $1500.
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1856 Dec. 5
(Kenrick), Archbishop Peter Richard:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Father (Eleazar) Vignonet being about to leave St. Louis and present himself to Blanc, (Kenrick) expresses his high esteem for him and testifies to his exemplary conduct. (Kenrick) would have willingly received him had he wished to be aggregated to the clergy of this diocese.
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1856 Dec. 5
Guinand, R.S.C.J., Madame A(dine):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mother (Anna) Shannon, (R.S.C.J.) and Guinand went to Baton Rouge to see that all was in good shape. (Jules?) Bonnecaze and they must wait for the power of attorney to terminate the scale with Dr. Hinders(?), (Dr. Enders?) who wishes to buy their house. Guinand would have told (Blanc) not to lower the price too much as Hinders has wanted this property for four years. Bonnecaze told them that (Blanc) intends to give them the $2000 in cash. They will accept it if (Blanc) will wait a year to obtain his rights. As (Blanc) knows they are building at St. Joseph, Missouri and will do the same at Natchitoches. Also, their suit with their doctors is finally ended. They are to pay $ 975 and the court costs, lawyer, etc. This will embarrass them since they do not know when they can sell off their property acquired from Mr. Burke. Holy obedience pushes Guinand to Natchitoches.
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1856 Dec. 5
Marrast, Jean Laurent:
Girosp, France
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) was so good when Marrast needed his niece's baptismal certificate that he is asking another favor. A week ago Marrast received a letter from N(ew) Orleans signed Madame Pier Charbonnet, dated October 28, 1856 and asking to have back Marie Cécile Francoise Marrast, born in September 1846 in New Orleans and whom her father Jean Martin Marrast, Jean's brother, had sent to Jean to preserve her from the bad influence of her mother, divorced from Jean's brother. Mrs. Charbonnet said that Marrast's brother had died September 10, 1856 and that according to law she had a right to his child. To keep this 11 year old child, Marrast must have some information in order to conform with French law. 1. Is it true that his brother is dead? 2. Did he leave anything and are there any debts? 3. To whom could Marrast write in this affair?
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1856 Dec. 5
Nesmith, Mary (D.):
Inwood, (New York)
to Bishop (James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
When Nesmith came home this evening how dear and attractive the place seemed to her. Her friend Mr. Anderson must be careful how he disturbs the individuality of this old house. Nesmith prepared the box with the rochet the evening of the day (Bayley) left, but the next morning was too stormy for Catherine to go. Nesmith met Mr. Cunard on the boat. He said he was waiting for Mrs. McEvers to recover from a severe illness to write (Bayley) hoping he would come down and stay with them. Today, Nesmith engaged (Bayley)'s old housekeeper as cook.
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(1856) Dec. 6
Jouve, R.S.C., Madame (Amélie?) Al.:
(St. Michael, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mother (Adine) Guinard, (R.S.C.J.) told (Blanc) of her removal from St. Michael but she said nothing of the regrets she leaves here. From the moment it was decided that they would keep their establishment at Natchitoches, Guinand was destined as the superior of that mission. Jouve's absence delayed her departure. Mother (Anna) Shannon, (R.S.C.J.) takes her post at St. Michael and Jouve will return to Grand Coteau. It is a consolation to remain (Blanc)'s daughters although her last letter to him remains unanswered. After what (Blanc) said to Guinand, she doubts that he will concern himself with the change of their chaplain. Jouve begs him to do so. If there is no way to have the Jesuit Fathers, she expresses again their wish to have Father (Claude Anthony) Tholomier who is now beginning to understand enough English to hear Confessions. Their mother General sends her respects. Her health is more and more delicate; the suppression of their house at Chambery has affected her badly.
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1856 Dec. 7
Chambost, Father C(harles):
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
This morning Chambost received (Blanc)'s two letters, the one from Borrase(?) a moment before the other brought by Mr. O'Neil. Chambost asks (Blanc) to write to Mobile. If the young man has faults, they will send him back; if not, he is a fully formed subject. His flourishing health and look of well being made Chambost think of the Felicianas. The church at Jackson (Louisiana) is almost finished and Mr. Crenan has decided to do more than ever for the priest. St. Francisville and Bayou Sara, etc. are growing. Chambost believes a priest could stay in these places. Chambost must leave for the confessional; their pupils want to receive Communion tomorrow for the feast of the college and for (Henry) Riordan.
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(18)56 Dec. 8
Clongne, Fr(ancois):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Christophe Dubourg and Mrs. Marie Delome, widow of Jacques Alexis Bumontier(?).
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1856 Dec. 8
Dunigan, Edward and Bro(ther):
New York, (New York)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
They are offering a new prayerbook, St. John's Manual, arranged for the United States. The work has been carefully reviewed by a Jesuit and enjoys the approbation of the Archbishop of New York to which they hope that Blanc will join his.
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1856 Dec. 8
Lamy, Father Georges:
Moulins, France
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Lamy wishes to join Blanc's diocese. Lamy solemnized a marriage without knowing that it was contrary to English law and so was forced recently to leave a mission where he had been for 4 years. It was in London, in the poor Irish quarter of Spitalfields, a district confided to the Marist Fathers of which Lamy was a member but which he was on the point of leaving because of the foreign missions. Back in France, Lamy was given charge of the workers. Every morning he spent an hour and a half in one of the Communities of the city and preached some sermons. This did not suit Lamy and made him decide to write this letter. When he leaves for America, he will have testimonial letters which will leave no doubt about his character. He begs Blanc to tell him when to come and the route he should take. He is young, unknown, except to the vicar of Cardinal Wiseman, Canon John Maguire, of London. Lamy has been a priest for 5 years. P.S. Blanc is to address his reply to Lamy, in care of Mr. Levardois De Longchamps of Normandy. Blanc could write in English so that his family would know nothing about it.
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1856 Dec. 8
Purcell, John Baptist Archbishop of Cincinnati:
"Religious Military Orders"
Lecture delivered before the Young Men's Catholic Literary Institute by the Archbishop. Includes letters of Committee of Correspondence to Purcell and Purcell's reply.
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(18)56 Dec. 8
St. Michael, (M.H.C.) Sister M(ar)y of:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mother (Mary) of the Passion, (M.H.C.) tells St. Michael that she is going to consult (Blanc) about a letter written by Mother (Mary) of the Five Wounds, (M.H.C.). St. Michael asks (Blanc) to send it to Father Hector who has a good place for Mother of the Five Wounds. St. Michael thinks it an attempt to give only a general idea of the contents of the letter.)
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1856 Dec. 9
Blanchet, Widow(?) J.H.:
New Iberia, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, Louisiana
Blanchet has just learned that Madame (Amélie Jouve, R.S.C.J.?) Jouve is to be at Grand Coteau in a short time. (Blanc) is not to forget Aurelia (Blanchet) will be 12 in 4 months and it is time for her to go back (to school?). Jouvre had written to send her when Blanchet could; Blanchet is counting on (Blanc) to find her a place. The village is quiet now; fear has left them. But it is not certain that some white or black will not do something bad. Everyone has received Dr. Smith with joy; he is at Mr. St. Mare's at the lake. Does (Blanc) know of the marriage of Dr. Duperier to Miss Mille? (P.S.) Blanchet saw Father Joseph (Outendirck?) at Mass yesterday; he is well.
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1856 Dec. 9
Bonnecaze, L.:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans), Louisiana)
Since Bonnecaze had given instructions to Jules (Bonne casse) on his trip to New Orleans, Bonnecaze had not written sooner. Now that all is finished between them and Dr. Enders, Bonnecaze wishes to tell Blanc that he would find a person who would take Enders' notes at a discount of 8 percent plus a commission. This could be done next month.
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1856 Dec. 9
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Portier) received Blanc's letter and replies that ( ) O'Neil is a bad subject. He was sent away from the seminary in Philadelphia because of drunkenness and nocturnal visits outside the house. He acknowledged to (Portier) that after leaving the seminary he fell in with bad company and (Portier) believes he bears the marks, according to the doctor. Bishop (John) Hughes is at Charleston.
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1856 Dec. 9
Walsh, W(illia)m:
Jefferson City, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Antony Blank (!):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Walsh has received Blank's letter requesting information about a draft at(?) Lucas and Simons, St. Louis in Blank's favor for $46.64. This draft was sent by Mr. Keniry(?). The 26 cent deduction must be a discount on the money deposited. P.S. Mr. Kinerny(?) was with Walsh today and he says Nancy Mahoney and her companions were shipwrecked about Cork harbour. They will probably not be out before Blank receives this. If they are here before navigation closes, Kinerny requests Blank to write to him. The money is ordered for Nancy but it is likewise for all who are with her.
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1856 Dec. 9
Rousselon, Father E(tienne):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Rousselon, with a license from Judge Francois Callonge, received the marriage vows of Christophe Dubourg and Marie Chédome; widow of Jacques Alexis Brimontier and gave them the nuptial blessing. (Signatures): DuBourg, (Duburg?) Celine Engstfeld, P.L. Née(?), Widow Brimontier, V(incen?)t Ursannaz.
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1856 Dec. 10
Chambost, Father C(harles):
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to
the Superior of the Sisters (Marianites of Holy Cross)New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Since Sister must be back now, Chambost wants to let her know how satisfied they are with the visit of Sister Mary of St. Michael, (M.H.C.) whom the Archbishop sent to them. This teacher suits them in every way and the ladies and gentlemen who are to establish the convent want no other as Superior. There will be many letters to write in French and an English Sister with a writing facility will also be necessary. Chambost advises her to take no steps before the arrival of the Superior who, according to a letter Chambost has just received from France, will make great changes. She is to try not to let herself be involved too much with their house at Opelousas. Father (Gilbert) Raymond knows only how to stir things up and make debts; she is to be on her guard. In case Raymond is in the administration, Chambost wants nothing to do with it. She may tell Raymond so if she wishes.
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1856 Dec. 10
Brownson, (Mrs.) Relief:
Ballston Spa, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(New York, New York)
Brownson's mother thanks him for the thirty dollars enclosed in his letter. She is sorry Brownson can not come to visit her but says they must submit as Providence has ordered it otherwise. Her health is better than it has been for sometime. Theresa's health is about the same as when Brownson was there. Charlotte and family are well. Mrs. Brownson sends her love and prays God's blessing on her son.
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1856 Dec. 10
Aubril, S.P.M., Father E(dmund):
St. Augustine, (Florida)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On Aubril's return from the interior of Florida, he found (Blanc)'s letter of October 29. Here is what he knows about H(enry?) Riordan: Aubril had Riordan here for two years as a school teacher, he saw nothing blameworthy in his conduct. He knows nothing about his theological studies. Aubril had received good recommendations from their late Bishop Gartland as well as from Father Sourin, the vicar general from Philadelphia. Riordan left to go to the Jesuits where he remained for some months. They could give more precise information, especially at the noviciate at Fredericktown.
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1856 Dec. 10
(McCloskey,) John Bp. Albany:
Albany, New York
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
A few months ago McCloskey received into his house a priest by the name of Rev. (Anthony) Theves who had been a short time in Cincinnati. He was recommended by Bp. (John) Timon who had known him as a respectable priest in New Orleans. Unpleasant rumors concerning his conduct in Cincinnati have come to McCloskey - that Theves was obliged to leave on account of charges affecting his moral character. McCloskey is alarmed and asks Purcell how much he can believe the rumors.
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1856 Dec. 11
Pont, Father F(rancis Rene):
Vicksburg, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Pont has just arrived after an absence of three days spent along the levee in Louisiana. His labors were in vain; he collected $73 from two groups of Irish. When he reached the third group at New Carthage, he met Father (P.?) Dailey who had already collected more than 600 piastres. The contractors of these last places he visited but where he did not collect, invited him to see them next month. They promised to do all they could for him. Yesterday Pont received a letter from Guillerm, the seminarian who had asked to be received in the diocese of Natchez; he wants (Blanc) to give him a definite reply. He also received a letter from a priest of the diocese of Burlington about another seminarian recently from Quimper. He has minor orders; is 32 or 33. He spent time as a soldier in Africa; he cannot endure the cold weather of the north. He would like to come to Natchez. Pont is delighted to see that the interim successor is not thought of as the predecessor was. The idea came to Pont that the church could be finished and even an addition of 20 feet made. He told (Antonio) Genella about it; Genella promised 1000 piastres, another trustee promised 1000, another 500, and another 250. Pont believes he could collect 4 to 5000 in the city and 1000 on the levee. The completion could cost 6000 and the addition 1000; it could be finished in 6 months. Pont has just received a letter from Father (Mathurin F.) Grignon who says he could loan him Bishop Van de Velde's mission chalice but not without (Blanc)'s consent. Father (George) Cooper has taken away the only stole they had for baptisms, benedictions and marriages. It is pitiful to see how they continue to talk about it. There are still two marriages which are not in order.
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1856 Dec. 11
(Purcell), Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Jean) Matthieu has just handed (Purcell) (Blanc)'s note of the 1st. They will do all they can to make him correspond to (Blanc)'s intentions. (Antoine) Durier preached an excellent sermon in English in the Cathedral chapel. Durier's talents, virtues, and amiable disposition have gained the hearts of his professors and fellow students. He is now with a priest in Chillocothe. (Auguste Barthelemy) L'Anglois and (Francis) Follot are also very happy and edifying. The Nuncio wrote to (Purcell) on October 15 saying "Omnia statuta sunt que erant determinanda" and that the documents were to be immediately forwarded but they have not yet arrived. Bishop (Michael) O'Connor, (S.J.) thought he was dying when he was attacked with something like apoplexy. A voyage to Europe would be the last thing (Purcell) would resort to in such a case. Would (Blanc) like to come to Cincinnati and consecrate one of their expected new Bishops, Father Henry Damien Juncker? Or to see his seminarians? On a good boat, (Blanc) could read and write and study better than at home. Regards to Father Rousselon.
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1856 Dec. 11
Shannon, R.S.H., Madame A(nna):
St. Michael's, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They received (Blanc)'s letter yesterday but as Madame (Amélie) Jouve, R.S.C.J.) started to Grand Coteau last evening, she asked Shannon to answer. Father (Claude Anthony) Tholomier said that he would be delighted to be their "aumonier". It will give great pleasure to Madame Jouve and this community who have all confidence in him. Should the "aumonier" (Blanc) sent remain in the parish, he can be their extraordinary confessor. Tholomier says he understands English enough to hear Confessions. Shannon knows little about this house yet but knows that (Blanc) is a kind indulgent father.
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1856 Dec. 11
Gullinan, Father Mich(ael):
Columbus, Georgia
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Anthony D.) Pellicer of Montgomery, Alabama told Cullinan of a very portable altar stone that Rousselon gave him. Being in great need of one, Cullinan offers compensation for one in case Rousselon has one to spare. It could be sent to Father (Gabriel Chalon) Shallon and by him to Pellicer who would bring it to Cullinan.
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1856 Dec. 12
Prachensky, S.J., Father Jos(eph):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Joseph) Lavay, (S.J.) communicated to Prachensky what (Blanc) wrote concerning a chalice and vestments for Bayou Sara. He took a set of vestments from Baton Rouge and a chalice from Jackson. He took the altar stone from the chapel of the Ladies of the Sacred Heart and the altar he intends to transport to Jackson together with some pews he bought here from the trustees and which had belonged to the old church. The chapel in Jackson, (Louisiana) is so far ready that the altar and pews can be fixed there; he hopes to use it in January. The three rooms upstairs remain unfinished. At Bayou Sara he has found a pretty large room in a private house which might be turned into a chapel but he has not yet learned whether he can use it or not. He thinks it would be good to send there the vestments mentioned in (Blanc)'s letter. A mail beat goes to Bayou Sara every day except Sunday and they might be directed in care of Felix Leake. It is certain that neither Jackson alone nor Bayou Sara alone nor both together are able to support a priest as long as there is no chapel in either. The chapel in Jackson will do for a while; it is 50 by 20 feet and will contain 10 double pews, just enough for the Catholics there. In Bayou Sara the Catholics are poor but there are a good many planters in the vicinity who can support a priest. The subscription list got up by Father (George) Cooper contained names of the most wealthy families; a pity that he has lost it. If another priest could be at Pointe Coupée to officiate when the pastor is absent he could attend at the same time to the building of the church. The priests of Pointe Coupée have to attend all the sick calls on the other side of the river and should have the benefits. If Prachensky did not go there he could devote more time to Plains and Manchac. They have received the new organ for their new church. Mr. Schwab, the builder, is putting it up now. It is beautiful and costs $1500. Gilbert D'Aigre has given $400. Prachensky would not be surprised if (Blanc) had to take the church with all its debts into his hands. Josiah Kleinpeter, president of the board of trustees, has already spoken of it.
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1856 Dec. 13
Lavay, S.J., Father J(oseph):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lavay received the three notes (Blanc) sent and yesterday he received the three notes that the Ladies of the Sacred Heart had and he sent them all to Jules Bonnecaze. The sale has been completed Jules will leave tomorrow to bring (Blanc) the 2000 piastres. When (Mathilde) Victor left the old convent, she wrote to (Blanc) to know if she could take the furniture she found there. (Blanc) replied that she could take what she wished and she took everything so that all that remained was the altar which Father (Joseph) Prachensky, (S.J.) thought he would take for Jackson, (Louisiana). Lavay thinks that Victor will see with sorrow that these objects have been taken from her; all the more so as she always complained that she made all the repairs at a pure lose. Lavay has not yet said anything to Dr. Williams nor to Victor about the contents of (Blanc)'s letter, wishing first to receive new instructions from (Blanc). Lavay does not entirely share Mr. Pollsky's views about Williams. Even though Lavay has some fears, he hopes he will succeed. All who know the doctor are delighted with him; he only lacks a little energy. But his wife will support him. She has a school for little children. Lavay firmly believes that Victor will succeed. He even hopes that she can pay for the house in the time set. Lavay showed (Blanc)'s letter to the Ladies of Providences. They would like very much to have Sisters for their (Widows') Asylum but they fear they could not support them. They have finished paying for the house and have $500 in reserve. The assessment each month amounts to $20 or $25. Lavay gives $40 a month for the girls' school. If the Sisters could have the school and the asylum it seems they could be supported. Only a large number of orphans could not be taken. If (Blanc) could say about how much it would take to support each Sister, Lavay could talk to the Ladies again at their next meeting.
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1856 Dec. 13
Sauzet, Paul:
Lyons, (France)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sauzet, former president of the Chamber of Deputies, Widow Dussourd, Widow Panaye, Jules Baboin, Mr. and Mrs. Aimé Baboin, Mr. and Mrs. Romain Seuzet, Mr. and Mrs. Mainvielle and children, Amédée and Tony Dussourd, Messrs. Elisée and Anatole Panaye, Marie Panaye, Henry, August, and Aimé Baboin, Juan and Paul Sauzet, Emma, Blanche, and Therese Sauzet, Widow Baboin da la Barollière, Widow Allard, Widow Seignoret, Widow Doncieux, Henry Miège, Widow Buisson inform (Blanc) of the death of Mrs. (Paul) Sauzet, née Emma Baboin on December 12, 1856.
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1856 Dec. 14
Joyce, M.J.,:
George Drake and William T. Dittoe; Committee
Somerset, Ohio
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
New York, (New York)
The Committee of the Philadelphia society of St. Joseph's College of Somerset asks permission to enroll Brownson as an honorary member. The Society has been in existence only five years; it seeks to aid its members in acquiring by reading and debating, historical, philosophical, political and scientific knowledge. To achieve its aim, the Society maintains a library which is proof of the character of the society as well as the generosity of its honorary members, of whom Gen. (Lewis) Cass is one, for maintaining and enlarging this library. The Society respectfully solicits Brownson's cooperation in this respect.
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1856 Dec. 14
Lyons, Father M.:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lyons has just received Blanc's letter with the permission of attaching himself to Bishop (Anthony) O'Regan in case he stood in need of priests. Lyons was appointed to attend some missions in the absence of Dr. Quigly who by now probably is in N(ew) Orleans. Lyons has been relieved by this mission and is again at the Bishop's residence. Lyons has been advised to spend the winter somewhere south. He hopes that Blanc will never regret having conferred holy orders on him.
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1856 Dec. 14
Verrina, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Dorville Templet who is to marry his sister-in-law Mélise Terriot has come to see Verrina several times since Verrina wrote to (Blanc). Verrina believes Templet will wait until he receives the dispensation. As he works the land of his intended, he lived in the same house with her for some time. Verrina has tried to persuade him to go elsewhere after work. Templet has promised to do so if Verrina will write again.
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(18)56 Dec. 14
(Tiers, Mrs.):
Hibernia, (Florida)
to Bishop (James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
(Tiers) received (Bayley)'s letter yesterday. Every week Uncle Ned would say he would write to Bayley. They are on Fleming Island. Mrs. Fleming was Margaret Seton, daughter of Charles Seton. They had the good fortune to come first and had the choice of rooms. Addy's and Emma's rooms are both good size. They have nothing to wish for but a church. Ned has a nice little boat and Charlie has been quite industries since they came, all kinds of carpentary work, (etc.). Emma is only so so. Addy was taken with a broken bone fever and suffered terribly for 13 days, but is now getting over it. Annie had a touch of it for a day or two. They went to St. Augustine last Saturday and remained till Thursday. Were it not for the church, it would be unsupportable. They heard a sermon from Father (Edmund Aubril) Aubriel. Father (Benedict Madeore) Maddior of the French Church, Canal Street, is there. They made them two visits and they took them to see the chapel over Father (Felix Varela) Varella's tomb. They expect to go again Christmas and anticipate seeing the Redemptorist Fathers at that time. Mother keeps about the same. They will be back May 1st.
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1856 Dec. 15
Tholomier, Father (Claude Anthony):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Paul Emile) Lecuru, going to the city, will take this letter. Tholomier asks for a dispensation from third degree relationship for Télesphore Richard and Sylvanie Mire who plan to marry on the 28th. (Blanc) is also asked to give the dispensation for prohibited times for this and two other marriages. The Ladies of the Sacred Heart have said that they have asked to have Tholomier as their chaplain. Tholomier is entirely at the disposition of his superiors. He does not want a parish; it is not to his taste and aptitude. He has not been able to set up a school so the parish seems likely to be too heavy a burden. They would have to wait until the end of February to arrange to give over his furniture to whomever takes his place. The parish has been purged of disorders and scandals. P.S. (Blanc) is to notify Father Rousselon that Tholomier has had sent from Paris, a box containing two pictures for the chapels of the St. Michael church. Tholomier will send (Blanc) some plugs of excellent tobacco.
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1856 Dec. 16
Renaud:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The bearer of the enclosed (no enclosure) is asked to submit it first to (Blanc) to obtain his signature at the head of this list.
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(18)56 Dec. 16(?)
Théves, Father A(nthony):
Albany, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Thèves is sorry that Blanc refuses his request which is all too just. He is astonished that Blanc leaves on his shoulders, the enormous payment on the church especially after the sacrifices Thèves has already made. Father Rousselon has forbidden Father (Joseph) Outendirck to bring Thèves his albs and surplices. Thèves will come down to New Orleans in about two weeks.
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1856 Dec. 17
Chambost, Father C(harles):
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chambost has just received (Blanc)'s letter of the 12th. Scarcely had he read the letter from St. Sulpice speaking of Father (Gilbert) Raymond, of his assistants, the Sisters etc. when Chambost thought it his duty to write to the Asylum about the arrival of the Superior. The next day Chambost wrote to Father Perché deploring his stupidity and asking Perché to try to repair it. Chambost would father die than go against (Blanc)'s authority. The indefinite visit of Sister Mary of St. Michael, (M.H.C.) and the unfortunate letter made Chambost take the witless step which he detests. A four page letter from (Blanc) speaking for his own good is absolute proof of (Blanc)'s love for him. Chambost let loose a very unjust sally against Raymond. As to the College (of the Immaculate Conception). Chambost does not see why it makes his confreres laugh. They have 28 boarders and he cannot estimate the number of day scholars who would come if they had room. 115 students in one study hall has not much room to spare. Chambost thanks (Blanc) for the decision to ordain (Henry) Riordan at once. Mr. O'Neil is here and Chambost has given him Riordan's classes for several days but he has made no arrangements with him. As for their wanting to have Sister St. Michael as Superior, it was their desire not their own way that they expressed. The Sisters (Marianites of Holy Cross) know that Chambost will do all he can to make them comfortable.
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1856 Dec. 18
Aubert, Father Henry:
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
Aubert, with the license from Judge John Audran, received the vows of Louis Rosemond Mimard Larose, son of the late James Mimard Larose and Marie Louise Girod; and Louise Leonie Fernandez, daughter of Salvador Fernandez and Caroline Baldwin who signed with the witnesses, J. Lladò, V. Calloso, Or(?) Tamboury(?), N. (?) H. Larose, Charles E. Kells, Aug(uste?) Larose, E. Fernandez, J.J. Fernandez, L. Charbonnet, A.B. Lanier(?).
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(18)56 Dec. 19
(Beers), Julia:
Buffalo, (New York)
to (Bishop James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
(Beers) was unexpectedly summoned here to nurse poor Ap. who fell on the ice and broke his arm. He has to lie flat on his back on account of the fracture being near his shoulder. (Beers) stopped at Schenectady overnight with Mr. and Mrs. Payne. (Beers) is right behind this beautiful cathedral, where she hears Mass every morning and is home before anybody has missed her. The doctor says it will be a fortnight before Ap. can think of sitting up. It is uncertain how long she will be here. She hopes to see Bishop Timon before long. She has just received a kind letter from Mrs. Nesmigh.
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(18)56 Dec. 19
Shannon, (R.S.C.J.) Madame A(nna):
St. Michael's, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Shannon received (Blanc)'s letter yesterday; she is must grateful for his trouble in arranging the spiritual affairs of their establishment. In regard to Baton Rouge all shall be as (Blanc) desires. Shannon thanks him for giving $1000 now, this is destined to aid in purchasing the lumber for Natchitoches. She asks him to keep this for a few weeks until the arrival of Mother (Antoinette) Bullion, (R.S.C.J.). The plan of the future house is to be sent to a gentleman in N(ew) O(rleans) and he will send materials up while navigation is open.
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(18)56 Dec. 20
Maragliani, C.M., Father Stanilas T.(?):
Church P(ost) O(ffice, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Maragliani asks for a dispensation from second degree relationship between Gustav Joumanville de Villier and Florestine Joumanville de Villier who besides being children of two sisters are children of an uncle and nephew. He has little hope of preventing this marriage by remonstrances alone. The young man lives in the town where he has a position in the bank.
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1856 Dec. 20
Rolando, C.M., Father Ja(me)s:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s letter of the 12th came to hand yesterday. It was too late to answer the purpose for which (Blanc) wrote. Father (Eleazar) Vignonet left St. Louis for New Orleans about two weeks ago. Vignonet said he was determined to go at all events and try. Rolando only mentioned the first part of (Blanc)'s letter as he doubted his fitness for the place mentioned. Rolando could not consult Father (J.) Masnou, (C.M.) as he was at the Barrens at the time. Masnou is here now and is of the opinion that Vignonet would not suit. Masnou is on the point of starting for Europe being called to Paris by their Superior General for important business. Rolando is always mindful of the one who imposed hands on his unworthy person.
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(18)56 Dec. 20
St. Michael, M.H.C., Sister Mary of:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Gilbert) Raymond has told St. Michael that (Blanc) intends to chase her out of his diocese. She accepts whatever he pleases but asks him to wait until their Superior arrives.
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1856 (Dec.)21
Tasset, Father F(rancoi?)s:
Houma, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Tasset received (Blanc)'s letter and the arrangements with Father (Charles M.) Menard will be made tomorrow. Last Friday Tasset, 25 miles from Houms, exceeded his faculties for dispensing from second grade relationship because he blessed the marriage of Nicolas Thibodaux and Clémence Thibodaux his first cousin, married by the judge since Tasset's visit. They have their second child. Tasset makes it a custom to baptize the children of Catholics when the parents have fulfilled the laws of the Church. It is the best way to destroy the abuse of civil marriages.
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1856 Dec. 21
Aubert, Father Henry:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Aubert, a priest of St. Mary's certifies that he gave the nuptial blessing to Gustave, slave of D.A. Dwight and Elizabth, slave of R. Rheingold. (Signatures): Gustave Oger, Jos(e)p(h?), (and another which is indecipherable).
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1856 (Dec.)22
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Blanc's letter of the 15th reached Mina this morning; he thanks Blanc for the offer of a confrere. Mina's health, especially his leg, is good and permits him to fulfill his duties which are reduced since there is no sickness. So he could dispense with a confrere, who would be needed only for two months, during Lent. From then on Mina only vegetates himself.
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1856 Dec. 23
(Blanc), Ant(hony) Abp. New Orleans:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
In answer to Purcell's letter, he replys that he would like to go to Cincinnati more for the pleasure of seeing Purcell than to consecrate the new bishops. But the winter is too severe and Blanc is not in the best of health. It appears that the Holy Father was greatly displeased at the conflicting views of the prelates with regard to the candidates. After the nominations have been agreed upon in council, some of the prelates sent in privates remonstrances. Such interference should be prevented. Each Province should act for itself without consulting the Metropolitan of the other Provinces. The new bishop for Natchez will not need to obtain any of the episcopal apparel. He is glad that Purcell intends to put Father (Anthony) Durier to work on a mission. He does not wish to hurry the ordinations of the other seminarians. It appears that Abp. (John) Hughes' health is not very good. He was surprised at such a change in Bishop (Michael) O'Connor's health.
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1856 Dec. 23
Pont, Father F(rancis Rene):
Vicksburgh, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Pont has just received (Blanc)'s letter of the 17th. Father (Mathurin F.) Grignon has already sent him the black vestment, the alter stone, and the mission chalice of Bishop (James Oliver) Vandavelde. Pont sees that his estimate is low. Persons who know, estimate the finishing of the church at 7 to 8000 piastres; the enlargement at 1500 to 2000 piastres. The church as it is now is 100 by 54 feet. They want to enlarge it by continuing the walls on each side to occupy the rest of ground belonging to the church. (Details of the plants are given). They plan to complete it without going into debt. Pont returned this evening from Milliken's Bend; the people there want him to go for Mass once a week. He will go as often as possible. Father (George) Cooper could not have given his address as Vicksburgh, undecided as he was where he would go. Pont has begged 125 piastres for the church. On January 12 he is going to make another tour. He hopes to get 1000 piastres.
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1856 Dec. 23
Poyet, Father J(ean) A(rthur):
Abbeville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Poyet received (Blanc)'s letter of December 1; he is not surprised that Father (Stephen Jules) Foltier did not go to the city. Foltier ought to make the collection as it is impossible for Poyet to leave during the rebuilding of the church. Poyet was called to Lake Arthur for a wedding. Poyet believes he must proceed slowly with the church. At present, except for the roof, all the carpenter work is done and he hopes to say Mass in the new church by February. By March everything will be done except the paneling of the interior. Poyet has four carpenters on the work. The old church did not give them half of the wood needed. When finished the new church will be not only solid but one of the finest. Abbeville is subject to strong winds. Poyet asks (Blanc) to come to see it. One of his carpenters is newly arrived from Kentucky. When Poyet set his estimate at 2500 piastres he had not counted on some expenses which come up every day but his estimate will hold. He does not want the burden of a loan to himself; would like it to be a loan to the pastor of Abbeville. He has been pained by the lack of loyalty on Foltier's part; Poyet has not told (Blanc) half of it.
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1856 Dec. 23
Marcilly, E(mma):
Palmyra, Missouri
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She is deeply grateful for (Blanc)'s saving her from the sad situation in which Dr. Nelson's imprudence plunged them. Besides the money received from (Blanc) she had to sell some property at Frederick and she has just sold a little farm here. This year has been full of trouble. Marcilly will see, that (Blanc) gets the 100 "gourdes" as soon as she receives the 4000. She has the enclosed account (no enclosure) against Bishop (James Oliver) Vandevelde; would it be agreeable to deduct the 100 "gourdes" from the amount due to her. If (Blanc) accepts this form of payment he is to give the difference to the Sisters of Charity of Natchez. She has left at Rose Hill three pianos which she wishes the Sisters to sell for the orphans. (Blanc) is to indicate what time he wishes to set for the payment of the note due in May 1857. (On the letter in Blanc's hand): $195.
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1856 Dec. 23
Passion, M.H.C., Sister Mary of the:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sister went yesterday to talk to (Blanc) about the Misses Blasca(?) but (Blanc) was out. Sister does not know whether it is better to leave Sister Mary of St. Sebastian(?), (M.H.C.) at the Asylum or to have her return to the novitiate. The Sisters of the two houses are not edified by the means of communication. They use the orphans and Brother Gabriel, (C.S.C.). All the prohibitions placed on the children not to say anything are violated. If Sister Passion cannot come to consult (Blanc) she will send the assistant in whom she has confidence.
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1856 Dec. 23
Spalding, M(artin) J(ohn), Bishop of:
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
On his return from Chicago, Spalding received the letter of Father (Peter) Kindekens in reference to the Belgian College in which Spalding has a lively interest. Kindekens informs him that with Lefevere's consent he is to be first rector of the (American) College (at Louvain). Spalding requests that Lefevere communicate his ideas to Kindekens. More than three years ago Spalding warmly recommended the project to Cardinal (Engelbert Sterckx) Archbishop of Mechlin who gave him a letter and approved a promised cooperation. But the Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) of Baltimore threw "cold water" on the project and Spalding could think of no suitable rector. His remarks follow: 1. He prefers a house bought for the purpose if funds can be raised and only mentioned a hired house as a beginning; 2. The chief difficulty in the way of American bishops contributing would be the fear that they might not get a suitable share of the students. Spalding thinks if those students who are able to pay or have burses were divided by the rector or rather by the Archbishop of Mechlin in proportion to the contributions it would be fair and would invite contributions; 3. In order that the rector might be free from the great responsibility it might be better that the distribution be made by the Archbishop of Mechlin; 4. Other students, not paying or sent by particular bishops might be adopted by American Bishops as at All Hallow's (Seminary) in Ireland; 5. He would suggest that the College be placed under the general control and supervision of the Archbishop in whose diocese it is situated and under the patronage of all Belgian prelates; 6. A prospectus with the general principle and regulations be sent to all the Bishops of the United States for their signature and approval before the rector goes to Belgium. Spalding has no doubt most of the bishops here would contribute if they had some assurance that they would receive the worth of their contribution in students. On this condition Spalding will contribute one thousand dollars or perhaps more if necessary some time next spring or as soon as it may be wanted if all be satisfactory; 7. Father Kindekens should start as soon as possible after the program will be fully settled but not sooner. These are Spalding's views in addition to what he has already written to Kindekens at whose appointment he rejoices greatly. Bishop (Michael) O'Connor's views correspond with his except that he thinks the Catholics of Belgium will found the College without their help. P.S. Bishop O'Connor is going to Belgium. He joins in urging the appointment of Father Kindekens. The Archbishop of Baltimore has at length given his approval of the College in a letter to the Archbishop of Mechlin entrusted to Bishop O'Connor. Spalding forgot to say that in the Prospectus references should be made to the faculty and to obtaining good German priests through the College and also of giving higher education to American students.
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(18)56 Dec. 24
Grignon, Father M(athurin) F.:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
On his arrival from the church, Grignon found Blanc's letter. While thanking Blanc for all the trouble he took to procure a teacher, Grignon asks him not to do so for the present as Grignon has just made an arrangement that he had scarcely foreseen. The priest of whom Blanc speaks or any other will be welcome here. Fortunately he has had few sick calls during the week but Sunday is a little too hard for him alone. The liberty Grignon took in saying that he did not want a doubtful priest, or worse, was based on the fear of seeing renewed the scandals of the past which are not yet forgotten. It is too late now to hope for help for Christmas but he knows Blanc will send a priest soon. Nothing new at Natchez; all are awaiting news of the new bishop.
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1856 Dec. 24
Buteux, Father S(tanislaus):
Bay St. Louis, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Buteux has just received (Blanc)'s letter. As he must go to the city on Friday he believes (Blanc) will not find it disagreeable if he waits until then or Saturday to give him the information asked for. The Sisters (of St. Joseph of Bourg) are well satisfied; they are finding much good to be done. Buteux could not be more satisfied and grateful.
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(18)56 Dec. 25
Jouve, R.S.C., Madame (Amélie?) Al.:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The little family of Grand Coteau will not be the last to wish (Blanc) a happy New Year. They count as the happiest days of the year those (Blanc) spent with them.
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(1856 Dec. 26
Foltier, Father S(tephen) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Foltier asks (Rousselon) to give Father (Paul) Guérard, pastor of Algiers, 50 piastres from the funds he has in hand.
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1856 Dec. 26
Vignes, H(enriet)te:
Fausse Rivière, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She sends wishes for a happy new year and the fulfillment of his plan to visit Pointe Coupée. Christmas was favored by magnificent weather. There were a great number from afar at the Mass said by Father (Hubert) Thirion. Father (Francis) Mittelbronn and the organist accompanied the organ which is an excellent instrument. Benediction was given by Mittelbronn; Thirion was in the pulpit. The little church of St. Mary resounded with the singing and the organ. Vignes' children are well and send their New Year's wishes.
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1856 Dec. 27
Layton, Thomas:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
New York, (New York)
Layton had visited Brownson in Boston in 1855 shortly after his conversion. His relatives were cordial but were surprized that he had become a Catholic and that he called on Brownson whom they had seen ordained a Unitarian minister. Miss Hanes the sister of his step mother who owed her conversion to a remark of his little son is now living in New York. This lady was baptized by Father (Isaac T.) Hecker and is now bedfast with no Catholic acquaintances in New York. Mrs. Layton asked him to write to Brownson and ask Brownson or a member of his family to call on Miss Hanes. She lives with her mother and sister in New York in reduced circumstances. Layton is prompted in this only by the desire to perform a work of mercy.
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1856 Dec. 28
Le Corre, Father P(aul Marie):
Yazoo, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Since Le Corre's last letter all has been going well at Yazoo. There is not much piety but that is not extraordinary as this parish has been neglected so long. Le Corre would find it perfect if he could speak English like an American. The windows in the church have been repaired; the house has been furnished a little. He has hopes of finishing the church. There is no altar but he has the money to have one made. When it is done, Mr. Grimme, who has already given a baptistry costing 90 piastres, will give a picture to place behind it. One woman has asked where Le Corre could find two plaster angels to place at the sides of the altar. This done, Le Corre would have the church painted and but a bell. The one they have is like a cow-bell and it seems that Father (Julian M.) Guillou bought it from a farmer. Le Corre has begun to visit the countryside but he does not know the limits of his parish. He would like to receive instructions on how to act with the trustees. He was invited to be the president but he prefers to wait. Since then there has been no meeting but there are many little things to settle. He asks for an ordo.
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(18)56 Dec. 28
Booker, Father C(harles):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A dispensation of difference of religion is asked for Henry Charles Boucher, a baptized Protestant and Leontine Bienvenu, a Catholic who desire to be married tomorrow.
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(18)56 Dec. 28
(Beers), J(ulia):
Buffalo, (New York)
to (Bishop James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
(Beers) was glad to hear the news about John W(illiams). (Beers) has had a very pleasant Christmas here and takes comfort in being so near the Cathedral. (Beers) called to pay her respects to Bishop (John Timon, C.M.) last Sunday. He looks well and bright and is an indefatigable worker. What a picture of meekness he is. Ap. sat up a while today for the first time. It is three weeks today he has lain in one position. (Beers) does not know how long she will be here. They had a large family party at Robert Hollister's on Christmas day. Ap. said he often baptized children in danger of death. She asks if he has a right to do it being out of the Church. She sends regards to the Tiers and to Mrs. Nesmith.
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1856 Dec. 28
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Odin) sends his New Year's greetings. On January 6, his priests will meet here for the retreat. Because of the difficulty of obtaining an outside priest, (Odin) will direct the exercises himself. He would need to go to New Orleans but could not set out until near the end of January. For a long time he had promised Father (Louis Claude Marie) Chambodut several months of vacation; he plans to visit his native country. They will probably leave together; if (Blanc) has any commissions in Europe, Chambodut would gladly take charge of them. Regards to Father Rousselon.
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1856 Dec. 28
Raymond, Father G(ilbert):
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
For the good of the Sisters (Marianites of Holy Cross Raymond must give (Blanc) some details. In the investigation Raymond made at (Blanc)'s request, he gave each Sister all the time necessary; he spent six days. 1. There were 26 or 27 Sisters, novices, or postulants in the Community at the time of the arrival of the two French Sisters. 23 or 24 were profoundly hurt by the appointment of Sister (Mary of) St. Michael (M.H.C.) as Superior. She has lost all their confidence. They see how all St. Michael says about the supposed disorder falls on Mother (Mary) of the Passion, (M.H.C.). The young professed Sisters, the novices, and the postulants are full of respect and affection for the Mother, with the exception of Sister Ste. Philomène, a young novice who thought she was punished too severely, and besides was entirely under the influence of Sister (Mary) of the Desert, (M.H.C.). They reject the accusations against the Mother as false. They regard as a great misfortune the appointment of Sister St. Michael in her place. Raymond wrote to Father Rector that St. Michael had demonstrated here a spirit of intrigue and a lack of religious spirit which made it impassible for her to be the Superior. They said that Sister (Mary) of Calvary, (M.H.C.) had pushed Raymond, that he had been the cause of all of their troubles. This is false. It was Sister (Mary) of the Nativity, (M.H.C.) who gave Raymond the details; she referred Raymond to Sister St. Charles, (M.H.C.) and Sister Aurelia, (M.H.C.). Father (Basil Anthony) Moreau (C.S.C.) had planned to place St. Michael as Superior here when she was still only a novice. The knowledge of Moreau's intention and St. Michael's conduct made the Sisters fearful. A visit and then a letter from Father Rousselon addressed to the "Superior" completed the conviction. Some Sisters knew it in confidence, Sister of the Desert, Aurelia, Sister Ste. Chantal, (M.H.C.), Sister Calvary, and probably Sister St. Stanislaus, (M.H.C.). St. Michael and Sister of the Desert continued their intrigues; they talked to Brother Gabriel, (C.S.C.?) and to Father (Henry) Aubert; they visited an old priest at Father Perché's house. They said that Raymond acknowledged all the complaints that St. Michael had made about the Ouvroir. This is completely false.
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1856 Dec. 28
(De St. Palais), Maurice Bp. Vincennes:
Vincennes, Indiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He has written to Bishop (Anthony) O'Regan of (Chicago) the information that Purcell sent him about Father (C.) Converse. The crime committed at St. Francisville, Illinois, is the same as that committed by him in Ohio. The unfortunate man has the intention of going to New Orleans. De St. Palais says he sees by the Almanac that a has been received in that diocese despite what he has written against him. He is not disposed to fortify Archbishop (Anthony Blanc) against a stranger. The Bishop of Chicago will write without doubt and if Purcell wishes to write he can prevent the repetition of the scandal already given by this old man. Tardily the news has arrived from Rome about the new diocese of Fort Wayne. All goes marvelously in the extreme part of the state but in the intermediate points there are men whom it does not please and whom he cannot replace. He hopes that the new bishop will have resources that he himself lacks and that he will come soon. He was sorry that Purcell did not see him at South Bend. He cannot understand how the letter announcing the ceremony could have been so directed as to take two months to get to Vincennes. Father (James Frederick) Wood has not gone to Rome nor to Philadelphia as it appears. De St. Palais wishes him for a neighbor at Fort Wayne but whomever Providence gives him to will see with pleasure part of his burden lifted.
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1856 Dec. 28
Taylor, Nydia:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The pupils of Sacred Heart (Convent) express their many wishes for the New Year and ask for his blessing.
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1856 Dec. 29
Raymond, Father G(ilbert):
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Has Rousselon thought again about the Sister-cook of which Raymond spoke. This good Breton accompanied Bishop (John Joseph) Chanche, then went to the pastor of St. Joseph's and is now at Thibodeau. Since she cannot adapt herself to the rules, perhaps she would do better in a kitchen where the rules are much less strict in a community. Raymond believes it would not be necessary to promise her that she would be accepted as a postulant by the Sisters of the Holy Cross. The Sisters want a white cook. If this Sister, by becoming an ex-Sister, could go to them, they would be well satisfied. Raymond continues to receive letters from L'Ouvroir; Sister St. Michael, (M.H.C.) continues her intrigues. She has succeeded in working on the feelings of Brother Gabriel, (C.S.C.?). She is on good terms with Father (Henry) Aubert who mixes in many things that do not concern him. She corresponds with a man who lives with Father Perché and who believes everything he is told. It is the same with those who cry out to the new Superior. Archbishop (Blanc) went to 1'Ouvroir. Sister St. Michael and Sister (Mary) of the Desert, (M.H.C.) talked with him. They though they made an impression on (Blanc). Raymond has resolved to have nothing further to do with it; however he cannot help feeling an interest in this Community. A word from Rousselon would put the new Superior on guard.
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1856 Dec. 29
Roduit, S.J., Father J(oseph):
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Roduit tells of the beginning of (St. Charles) College. Up to now, all has succeeded beyond their hopes. The spirit of their students is excellent. They have 107 students: 92 boarders and 15 day scholars.
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1856 Dec. 29
Guinand, R.S.C.J., Mother A(dine):
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Guinand expresses her gratitude and sends her New Year's greetings. In a new family, Guinand counts more than one who wish her to speak for them. Madame ( ) Doremus, (R.S.C.J.) asks for the picture (Blanc) promised her when she became wise; she thinks she has attained that. Madame (Isabelle) Dubreuil, (R.S.C.J.) and Mother ( ) Doyle, (R.S.C.J.) also wish to be remembered. Guinand is at her new mission. One sees misery everywhere. Their Bishop (Auguste Marie) Martin has at his house a cousin who has been ill for several weeks. This cousin takes her meals with all the priests and her conversation is disgusting. People blame the Bishop. More than one of the priests regret that they left France to witness the loss of so many souls whose salvation they are forbidden to work for. The Bishop demands that they build a chapel which is to be the property of the Bishop. The poor missionary spends days in his room consumed with zeal obedience obliges him to repress. Martin's motives are laudable but the results are very different.
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1856 Dec. 29
Aubert, Father Henry:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
On this date, Aubert gave the nuptial blessing to Jules (Lacroix) slave of Mr. Lacroix and to Marie, slave of Pauline Garidal. (Signatures): Jean Lacroix, Jean Thomas, André San Gabriel, Edouard Vèspugis(?).
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1856 Dec. 29
West, W.B.:
Janesville, Wis(consin)
to Orestes A. Brownson:
Boston, Massachusetts
West praises Brownson's writings on the Irish in America and regrets the bitter criticisms some have made of them. He read with pleasure Archbishop (John Hughes') letter to Brownson differing in forms not faith. He sends a prospectus of a work of his own: Westerly Wanderings; a chapter of it which quotes Brownson proposing gradual liberation of slaves instead of immediate abolition. He proposes the establishment of a Libera in America. He wants Brownson to publish his plan. William H. Seward had asked to wait and see the public reaction to his ideas. He has not decided on a publisher for his book. He feels he can get 500 subscribers. He asks Brownson's advice on this.
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1856 Dec. 29
Taney, Joseph:
Bangor, Maine
to James McMaster:
New York, (New York)
Taney encloses remittance to renew subscription to McMaster's "Fremont's [Freeman's] Journal". He asks if it would be possible to get (Orestes A.) Brownson and Dr. Levi Silliman Ives to come to Bangor and deliver lectures and if they can come, what terms they would require. Taney believes that McMaster can supply this information so he asks him instead of writing direct to these gentlemen. He believes that if McMaster himself would lecture in Bangor it would increase the number of subscribers.
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1856 Dec. 29
W(helan), Father D(avid):
Mt. St. Mary's (Emmittsburg, Maryland)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He acknowledges Purcell's letter of the 25th Nov. He immediately wrote to his brother (Bishop Richard Vincent Whelan) and after a long delay, he received a reply inviting him to spend Christmas with him and talk the matter over. But Whelan could not do this and wrote again asking his brother to name a date. Whelan sends the compliments of the season to Purcell. He will leave the Mountain in January and go on to Cincinnati. He asks Purcell to have Father (Edward T.) Collins send him four copies of the Ordo for 1857 and also the surplice which the Ursulines made for him.
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1856 Dec. 30
Eulalie, Sister:
Widows' Asylum (New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Yesterday on returning from seeing (Blanc) they went to St. Augustine's for confession but the pastor was not there and they could not find him until today. They understood that they are too far from this parish to make several trips every two weeks and that they would add to their woes if they had to go to St. Anne's for Mass if they went to St. Augustine's for confession. Since (Blanc) directed them to St. Augustine Eulalie would not proceed further without having informed (Blanc). If he judges it proper for them to go to St. Anne's, it will not be necessary to reply.
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(18)56 Dec. 30
Haydel, Philomène:
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Philomèna writes as secretary for the students at Sacred Heart Convent who are happy, at the beginning of this year, to be able to express their gratitude to (Blanc) for all his kindnesses to them.
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(18)56 Dec. 30
Shannon, (R.S.C.J.), Mother A(nna):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She is sorry to trouble (Blanc) again concerning their chaplain. No person could listen to an instruction from him without thinking him crazy or drunk. For instance he told the children that he fought against Col(onel) Johnson, that he wrote to the Emperor of Russia to make peace and a number of equally nonsensical things. He says Mass and performs the ceremonies with decorum and piety but on account of his eccentric conduct it would be better not to have any chaplain until (Blanc) can name one who can instruct and edify the children. She has not consulted Father (Claude Anthony) Tholomier nor Madame (Amélie) Jouve, (R.S.C.J.); she thought the safest way was to apply to (Blanc).
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1856 Dec. 31
Mayes, R.B.,:
Yazoo City, (Mississippi)
to E. Dunigan & Bros.:
New York, (New York)
Mayes sends remittance for two year's subscription to the Review. He asks that the publishers have (Orestes A.) Brownson recommend the best works available in Logic, Ecclesiastical History, Catholic Theology, Infallibility of the Church, and a Catholic Bible and Commentary. He explains that he is a protestant but wishes to know both sides of the religious question, as he does of all other problems, since religion is the most momentious of all subjects.
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1856 Dec. 31
Passion, (C.S.C.), Sister Mary of the:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She sends their New Year's greetings to (Blanc) and expresses their happiness in being under his direction.
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