(18)57 Feb. 1
Beccard, Father Amédée:
Lafourche, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Beccard learned through Father Rousselon that (Blanc) judged Beccard to be in error if he thought he had the faculty to dispense in mixed marriages and disparity of cult. Beccard quotes (in Latin) the faculties he received four years ago. (Blanc) will recall a request for a dispensation addressed to (Blanc) personally at the time of his pastoral visit three years ago. A near relative came today also to marry his first cousin. If the priest makes it difficult, the justice of the peace will do it. The parties are Alexandre Wagespack and Elisa Wagespack.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 16mo. - {3}
1857 Feb. 1
Raviol, Father J(ohn) F.:
Bayou Teche, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Raviol sends this by the steamboat Alice Glaze. He asks (Blanc) to send by Captain Louvaillier, his pension for 1855 and 1856. If (Blanc) would rather have Raviol come to the Archbishopric to get it, he is to let Raviol know.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1857 Feb. 1
(Tiers, Mrs.) Mother:
Hibernia, (Florida)
to (Bishop James Roosevelt Bayley:
Newark, New Jersey)
She takes great pleasure in answering (Bayley)'s letter of December 23. Uncle Ned wrote (Bayley) on their return from St. Augustine. She is anxious to hear from her sister, Mrs. Connell. This is certainly a most delicious climate. They have everything they need wish for of this world's goods. Father (Isaac T.) Hecker was very sick and the doctor wished him to remain South all winter, but they heard that he had gone home or started for there last Monday. His attacks were frequent while in the South and (Tiers) believes he cannot stand many more of them. (Tiers) had Hecker's room all made up and planned to have an altar arranged. Emmy has had a hard time with two attacks of broken bone fever; it was hard enough for Addy who is better than when they left New York. Charlie is very well and works very hard. He has nursed Emmy faithfully. Carlo is perfectly well. (Tiers) read that Bishop McCloskey was in Washington. (Bayley) should write and tell them about Hecker and give her love to (Mary D.) Nesmith and Julia (Beers). She hopes Frank (Nesmith) has recovered.
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1857 Feb. 2
Brummer, Father J.W.:
Zanesville, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He is sorry that he forgot to acknowledge the receipt of Purcell's letter when he wrote asking for a dispensation for a marriage. He was on the point of starting on a mission and intended to answer on his return. He spent one week at Duckscreek during which 300 received the sacraments. Better Catholics cannot be found. They are in distress for want of a priest. To the praise of Father (J.C.) Kroemer, Brummer confesses that he had never before seen so clearly all that a good pastor is to good Catholics. The People are quite different in Miltonsburg and Willscreek. The worst part speak with raptures of Father Sarg, but Brummer could not find that he had done them much good. Sarg spent his time collecting money rather than using his talents to win the affections of the people for some nobler purpose. The Statistics of Miltonsburg and Willscreek for 1856 was baptisms 35, marriages 7, deaths 5; of Duckscreek, Archers baptisms 24, marriages 13, deaths 6. There were 10 marriages in St. Nicholas Church, Zanesville. He saw the house Father (John M.) Jacquet is building; he hopes he may not be obliged to regret his French ways afterwards. Brummer does not think the house of much account. He would be astonished if Father (Henry D.) Juncker was made a bishop of Quincy, (Illinois) for the reasons he told Purcell once at Beaver. However if he is made bishop, Brummer would like to go along with him. Father (William) Deiters was here talking big of Buffalo (N.Y.).
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {13}
1857 Feb. 3
Elder, Edward J.:
Woodville, (Mississippi?)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
This will be handed to (Blanc) by Mrs. (George H.?) Gordon who will explain their needful situation. Since the last visit in November from Father (Joseph) Pra(c)hensky, (S.J.) of Baton Rouge, Elder has received a letter from Father Grignon of Natchez saying that it is difficult to attend Woodville from Natchez. Could not (Blanc) arrange to have Pra(c)hensky visit them, at least once a year on Sunday and to visit on week days once a month. Mrs. Gordon and her sister are friends of Elder's family. Elder is the nephew of Father A(lexius) J. Elder of Baltimore and the "boy" who traveled with (Blanc) and Bishop Chanche to the National Council in 1842.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1857 Feb. 3
(Kenrick), Archbishop Peter Richard:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Kenrick) today received Blanc's letter of (January) 23. He sends a draft for $1374.10 on John A. Dougherty drawn by Bogy and Miltenberger of this city. On the other side of this letter, Blanc will find the purposes for which this money is intended. (Kenrick) has directed two Italians to call on Blanc on the 18th for the amounts opposite their names. They are Giovanni Baptista Brignadelli and Angelo Conato. Neither can write and the latter is blind. (Kenrick) sent money for them to Cincinnati a few months back. (On the back of the letter) "Received March 7th,… (18)57 twenty dollars from A(rch)b(isho)p Blanc." (Signed) Edward Burns.
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1857 Feb. 4
Lefevere, Peter Paul Coadj. Bp. Detroit and Spalding, Martin John Bp.:
Louisville
to the Archbishops and Bishops of the United States Copy sent to Archbishop John B. Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
The bishops enclose a prospectus of the proposed American College at Louvain (Belgium). The bishops desiring to take an interest or become a patron of the new college should get in touch with Bishop Lefevere of Detroit who will leave for Europe in March. The two bishops have each promised $1000 as a sign of their confidence and ask that those intending to contribute signify to Bishop Lefevere so that he will know what prelates are interested in the project and how much they can contribute to the resources of the college. The subjoined prospectus sets forth the intention of establishing the college and its advantages. The government is to be under the superintendence of the Archbishop of Mechlin and Father P. Kindekens is to be first Rector. Arrangements are also made for the division of the ecclesiastical students coming out of the college according to the dioceses of the American prelates taking part in the venture.
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1857 Feb. 4
Vignonet, Father E(leazar):
St. Michael, Louisiana
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Vignonet asks for dispensations for two marriages: 1. Joseph Gervais Gaienné and Madeleine Corine Chenet, first cousins; 2. Victorin Stout and Céleste Keller, 3rd degree cousins. Vignonet began his functions at St. Michael on Sunday. To justify the confidence (Blanc) has shown in him, Vignonet asks (Blanc) to send him the list of faculties he is going to grant him.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1857 Feb. 4
Malbot, Rev. J(oseph):
Toronto, (Canada)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(New York, New York)
Malbot sends a book on Providence written by a French clergyman of the same order as the writer. He has subscribed to the Review through Doyle, Brownson's agent in Toronto. He is a member of St. Bazil's Order, Steward of St. Michael's College and professor of theology.
I-3-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1857 Feb. 4
Young, Bishop J(osue) M.:
Erie, P(ennsylvani)a
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The bearer of this is Father Thomas Ledwith a worthy and zealous priest of this diocese, compelled by his health to make his appeal for alms in the south. Young hopes that (Blanc) will permit him to appeal to the Catholics of Blanc's city and diocese.
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1857 Feb. 6
Daly, John:
(New Orleans), Louisiana
License is granted to Father Alexander to join in matrimony Jacob Oberfrank and Christina Untereiner.
VI-1-l - A.D.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1857 Feb. 6
Dillon, (C.S.C.), Father Patrick:
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, Lou(isiana)
Dillon sends the statement of account to date. He encloses the bill for Patrick Conway from Sept(ember) 9 to February 2, $124.05.
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1857 Feb. 6
Jan, Father A(nge) M(arie):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Jan has thankfully received the news that (Blanc) has decided to give him an assistant. He is glad of the delay as it will give Jan time to submit some of his ideas. If the pastoral retreat is not to be held soon, Jan would like to come down to the city for a few days. The request that New Iberia has made to the Legislature has thrown everyone into a great excitement. The "little Versailles" of Louisiana sees itself threatened to be only the last branch of Attakapas. Pont Breaux would become the chief place of the parish even to the name.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1857 Feb. 6(?)
Landis, Cha(rle)s K.:
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Desiring to have a reliable agent in (Blanc)'s place, Landis hopes (Blanc) will refer him to one. He writes upon the recommendation of Father E.Q.S. Waldron of Philadelphia. Landis is engaged in the Catholic settlement of St. Mary's in Elk County, Penn(sylvani)a. The population has now increased to some 5000 souls. They are principally an agricultural people. The coal is about to be developed by the Sunbury and Erie Railroad. Dr. Charles T. Jackson of Boston has made a geological examination of the land. The price of land is from 3(?) to $20 an acre. Some 20,000 acres are under cultivation. An advertisement is in the Boston Pilot.
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(18)57 Feb. 6
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (D. André?) Cauvin arrived last night. Although quite old to learn English, 38, he could learn to understand it enough for Confessions. (Martin) has placed him at the college as a supervisor provisionally. His papers are in order. Part of (Martin)'s flock is in (New Orleans); cotton is selling so well. P.S. Information about the D(aughters?) of the Cross is only too true, according to the Cap(tain?) of the Jacq(ues?).
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
(18)57 Feb. 7
Carrell, Bishop Geo(rge) A.:
St. Stanislaus College
White Sulphur, K(entuck)y
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
Carrell has commenced a college on a farm belonging to the church in Scott Co(unty). He would like to have a share of the Louisiana patronage, first, in order to support the college and secondly, by preference for the Creole boys for whom Carrell formed a partiality during his long sojourn in St. Louis. His object is to have a select school of small boys. Carrell has many friends in Louisiana who were his pupils at St. Louis University in 1826 through 1829 and on, who are now men of families, as P. Poursine, Alfred H. Kernion, etc. Carrell will send to New Orleans, a French priest who lives with Carrell, in order to make his college known. His name is Father (J.) Zaza; his health is quite delicate. He will remain a few weeks in New Orleans and spend a short time with Abbé Louis at Terre aux Boeufs.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {6}
1857 Feb. 7
Dubernard, Father (Jean Honoré):
Natchez, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It is more than a month and a half since Dubernard took leave of (Blanc) without telling him that he was more ill than he seemed. He has suffered much. He asks (Blanc) to tell him how to act so that his ministry be profitable to himself and others.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {1}
1857 Feb. 8
Stas, Chev( ) de:
Brussels, (Belgium)
to (Father Peter Kindekens):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Count Felix de Merode died yesterday of pleurisy. This death is a great loss to the country which he edified by his faith, charity and patriotism. Two weeks ago, De Stas dined at the home of the Count who wished to see him to learn about the work of the projected American College (at Louvain). De Stas showed him the letter of December 9 and the circular addressed to the bishops of the United States. In their conversation, de Stas stressed the necessity of setting up a committee of propagation and pointed out several influential persons. The count had lately gone to see Bishop (Pierre Francois Xavier de) Ram, rector of the Catholic University of Louvain to plan about the American College. De Stas supposes that Count Xavier (Archbishop Frederic-Francois-Xavier Ghislain) de Merode will arrive from Rome. Since he is probably acquainted with the project his presence at Brussels will be a propos. De Stas thinks Kindekens should hasten his departure for Belgium, perhaps he would come on receipt of this letter. P.S. De Stas encloses the death notice from the "Journal de Bruxelles" (not in letter).
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1857 Feb. 9
Tholomier, Father (Claude Anthony):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Tholomier is sending by Father Vignonet, 150 piastres, which added to the 250 sent recently, makes 400 piastres on the account of 600 which Tholomier wishes to send for the stipends due in 1856. He counted on receiving from Benjamin Webre, president of the trustees of St. James, the sum representing the articles in the box which (Blanc) sent, but Webre has not been able to do it up to now. As soon as he does, Tholomier will complete the 600 piastres. Tholomier believes also that the 800 piastres belonging to the estate of Father (Joseph) Richard Bole will be paid. Then he can complete the 3000 piastres of this inheritance in April. Tholomier lists the furniture in the room for (Blanc)'s use at St. Michael. Tholomier is happy down here in his new position.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1857 Feb. 9
Kenrick, Francis Patrick Abp. Baltimore:
Baltimore, Maryland
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He has duly received Purcell's contribution of $50 to the Ives fund. He thanks him in the name of Dr. (L. Silliman) Ives. Recently Miss McBlair of highly respectable connections entered the church. The daughter of General Scott, now Mrs. Carroll McTavish, was confirmed this week. She had been baptized in infancy at Rome. Bishop (John) Fitzpatrick of Boston is here in fine health. Bishop (John) McGill is still lecturing in Washington. P.S. The Catholic Mirror alludes to an occurrence some weeks ago. The students with their professors were walking a few miles out of town when they were attacked by three rowdies. Father (Stanislaus) Ferte was struck with a stone on the nose.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {10}
1857 Feb. 10
Calongne, Fr(ancoi)s:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to Father Rousselon to join in matrimony Joseph Freche and Louise Dours.
VI-1-l - D.S. - 2pp. - 16mo. - {2}
1857 Feb. 11
Calongne, Fr(ancoi)s:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to Father Rousselon to join in matrimony Francois Manné and Elisabeth Braun.
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1857 Feb. 11
Rousselon, Father E(tienne):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Archbishop Anthony Blanc grants a dispensation from banns for Manné and Braun. (On the back) Ant(hony) Manné, Marie Tssa (?)-Perzé; Nicolas Braun, Maria Bier.
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1857 Feb. 11
West, W.B.:
Janesville, Wis(consin)
to Orestes A. Brownson:
New York, (New York)
West wrote to Brownson of Boston a month ago, but has since learned that Brownson is in New York. Noticing that Brownson writes on Slavery in the January number, he asks that a copy be sent to him. If Brownson has not received the earlier letter containing his article on emmigrants, he wishes Brownson would have someone in Boston call for it and forward it to New York. He hopes Brownson will give his opinion of the plan he proposes for solving the slavery question. West has also written an article giving some views on immigrants, particularly Irish, in America; this manuscript is enclosed in the letter sent to Boston where West supposed Brownson still lived. West believes that his plan will solve the difficulties, his friend Wm. Seward says he has "touched on exciting subject with great care and in excellent temper". West reserves to himself the copyright in the United States and Europe. His booklet is the kind which Dunigan has been successful in publishing. He himself can obtain 500 subscribers.
I-3-n - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 18mo. - {1}
1857 Feb. 12
Rousselon, Father E(tienne):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
With a license from Judge F(ranco)is Calongne Rousselon received the marriage vows of Francois Manné and Elizabeth Braun who sign together with the witnesses, Reithinger (?), M. Fuchs, J.(?) Etuvier(?), J(ose)ph Faviol(?).
VI-1-l - A.D.S. - (French) - 1p. - folio - {7}
1857 Feb. 12
Foltier, Father S(tephen) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Foltier has just heard that (Rousselon) has sent in his resignation which Ones(ime?) Mouton has asserted will be accepted after a minute rendering of accounts. It seems they suspect (Rousselon) of feathering his nest. The pastor of Abbeville accuses Foltier of getting rich. Will O'Brien (Daniel O'Bryan?) be (Rousselon)'s successor? The church tower at Lafayette is going up; it is a yawning chasm for money. Foltier has only one workman and he is the sacristan, all for 36 piastres a month. They are going slowly as the money comes in. (Rousselon) is forgetting the Sisters of Mount Carmel, leaving them without an ordo. Foltier has told the Superior to accept the services of Mrs. Regazoni as the English teacher although she asks 15 piastres a month, instead of(?) giving the teaching of English to Sister St. Vincent, (O. Carm.). Foltier has found a music teacher who offers his services for the convent and as an organ player. Foltier asks (Rousselon) to authorize Foltier to hire him, making an exception if there is a rule which does not permit the hiring of a man. If it is not apropos, Mr. Perier(?) is to redouble his efforts to find a woman. P.S. All is going well; (Rousselon) will inherit Foltier's estate!!
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {9}
1857 Feb. 12
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bp. Louisville:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He rejoices to learn that Purcell intends to establish house of the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in Cincinnati The Mother tells him that no official sanction of the Mother Superior General is required. However he thinks Mrs. Peter visited Angers and obtained the requisite sanction. This formality need cause no delay. Spalding is edified at Purcell's zeal in caring for the orphans. Spalding tells of a case where a woman took her little girls from St. Vincent's Asylum and placed them at the Protestant Asylum and stole from Spalding's house her 12 year old boy who had been raised at St. Thomas'. He hopes that he may yet recover the boy or see him placed in a good family. He greatly fears that more than half of the Catholic boys are lost to the Church. He hopes that Purcell will be pleased with the Prospectus of the American College at Louvain. Spalding drew it up with the full concurrence and at the request of the Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere) of Detroit. He would have preferred that one of the Archbishops should have taken the initiative. Spalding proposed the matter four years ago to the Archbishop of Mechlin who warmly approved it. The Archbishops (Francis Patrick Kenrick) of Baltimore and (Peter Richard Kenrick) of St. Louis threw cold water on the project. In drawing up the Prospectus, he had to differ in somethings from (Father Peter) Kindeken's. A considerable amount of money will be needed to start the college. He invites (Father Edward Purcell) to preach in his Cathedral for the benefit of the orphans.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo. - {9}
1857 Feb. 14
Lucas, Father P(eter):
West B(aton) Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Lucas asks for a dispensation in favor of Guillaume Théodule Tuillier and Marie Elisa Reboul.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1857 Feb. 14
Waterman(?), Cha(rle)s M.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to The President of St. Mary's (Boys') Asylum:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mrs. Anne Doyle is desirous of taking her child Bernard Doyle from the asylum. She is willing and able to support it.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1857 Feb. 14
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bp. Louisville:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He sent to Archbishop Kenrick of Baltimore his quota of $50 for (L. Silliman) Ives and the other converts. It is true that Henry Major, lately Editor of the Philadelphia Herald, has apostatized from the faith. Mother Mary Ignatius of the Sisters of the Good Shepherd comes up to Cincinnati on Purcell's invitation. Spalding hopes that the whole affair will be arranged to Purcell's satisfaction.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {6}
(18)57 Feb. 16
Calongne, Fr(ancoi)s:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to Father Rousselon to join in matrimony Pierre Joanen and Catherine Kean (Catherine Keny?).
VI-1-l - D.S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {3}
1857 Feb. 16
Delsalle:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
After twice verbally acquainting (Blanc) with his position and receiving help, he now for the last time exposes his needs. He is to leave tomorrow for St. Louis with his family but he still lacks for St. Louis with his family but he still lacks about 5 piastres. He hopes that (Blanc) will again oblige.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - folio - {1}
1857 Feb. 16
Dubernard, Father (Jean Honoré):
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Dubernard received (Blanc)'s letter of the 11th. He is entirely disposed to do (Blanc)'s will. (Blanc)'s letter has given him encouragement. Now that (Blanc) has seen Father (Henry) Aubert he knows Dubernard's moral situation completely. If it would be best to send Dubernard to St. James, he will bless God for it. He believes that his going away would perhaps be fatal to his reputation or look like a punishment. St. James would give him both work and the proximity to Fathers Tholomier and Vignonet. The other person is too interested in her own reputation to do anything contrary to it. Dubernard will follow (Blanc)'s orders whatever they are.
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1857 Feb. 16
Durier, Father Ant(hony):
Wilkesville, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He has just come from visiting the missions Purcell entrusted to his care. It extends far and wide. Had he been an angel he could not have met with a more cheering welcome. Durier likes the children of Ireland. Durier lost his way when going from Camden and was received kindly in a protestant farm house for the night. Durier hopes to raise a school at Wilkesville and a church at Camden.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1857 Feb. 16
Kenrick, Francis Patrick Abp. Baltimore:
Baltimore, Maryland
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Mr. Armstrong delivered to Kenrick the letter with the contribution of Bishop (Louis Amadeus Rappe) of Cleveland. Kenrick sent him to Bishop (John Neumann) of Philadelphia who happened to be in Baltimore with the Redemptorist Fathers. The Christian Brothers have several schools in Baltimore which leave little chance for Catholic teachers. Besides Armstrong perfers Philadelphia. The Bishop (John Fitzpatrick) of Boston is at Washington or Georgetown. Bishop (John)McGill is still there preaching and collecting. Kenrick has just sent Purcell six copies of the Papal Allocution and of the decree of the Inquisition concerning Magnetism. If by mistake he sent more, Purcell is to send them to his neighbors of St. Louis and New Orleans.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {10}
1857 Feb. 16
Pont, Father F(rancis Rene):
Vicksburg, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) was right in saying in his last letter that Pont could be disappointed. He has seen the Irish along the levees and very few were deaf to the appeal; many gave 50 cents, the rest 1 piastre. Between Vicksburg and New Carthage he collected 500 piastres. There were only 5 to 600 workers. One priest is not enough at Vicksburg; they need two Masses on Sundays. If a second priest it not given, Pont asks the privilege of binating. They will finish the church without going into debt. They want a boys' school; if (Blanc) will tell them where they could get Brothers, they will take steps to have one. Pont will take the first boat for Lake Providence to see the Irish employed there.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1857 Feb. 16
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bp. Louisville:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He received a letter from Father Edward Purcell in which he refused to preach on St. Patrick's Day. Spalding regrets this because his people desired to hear him. The vandalic doings of the Know Nothings are causing the Irish to be a little dispirited and they suggest a good St. Patrick's sermon. Spalding thinks a sermon by Purcell or his brother will do much good. He thinks Purcell will go willingly wherever he can do the most good. He wants someone who is well known and would draw. Spalding has promised to preach for Bishop (John) McCloskey on that day. The Mother of the (Sisters of) the Good Shepherd is no doubt with Purcell now.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo. - {6}
1857 Feb. 16
Rousselon, Father E(tienne):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
With a license from Judge F(rancoi)s Calongne Rousselon received the marriage vows of Pierre Joanen, son of the late Pierre Joanen and Anna Dutreuil; and Catherine Keny, daughter of Henri Keny and Mary Turner who sign with the witnesses, C. Chapetil, Paul Landry, Jeany Capotel.
VI-1-l - A.D.S. - (French) - 1p. - folio - {9}
1857 Feb. 17
Borgess, Leo C. H.:
Columbus, (Ohio)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Borgess writes that a Mrs. Aubourn has an unfortunate daughter who has a son now seven years old. She gave her son up to a Mr. Martin who did not raise him properly. Last Monday, the boy's guardianship was given to a Mr. Scott who will not give the boy to his mother or grandmother, but is willing to place him in the home under Purcell's care. Since it is the only chance of the child being reared a Catholic, the grandmother, a convert, begs that Purcell take him. Borgess asks Purcell to please answer as soon as possible.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1857 Feb. 17
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. Hamilton, one of the two members of the Legislature for Natchitoches, came recently to see (Martin) and told him that (Blanc) intended to present a bill but Hamilton did not know the object of it. As (Blanc) had the goodness to ask for (Martin) and his successors the same favor (Blanc) intends to solicit, (Martin) thought he could explain to Hamilton. Hamilton did not doubt the success of (Blanc)'s request and said he would do all in his power to have the bill passed. If certain members of the Chambers know of the public demonstration by the French Catholic population against Bishop (Anthony) O'Regan this document could do them harm. Father (Michael) Prendergast presented himself this morning. (Martin) examined all his testimonial letters which (Blanc) gave him last Nov(ember) and admitted him. (Martin) sent him to Milliken's Bend. He would have sent him to Shreveport but Father (Jean) Pierre is now there trying to build a church. No news here except the confusion in the affairs of the convent. Madame (Adine) Guinand, (R.S.C.J.) sent here ostensibly to contract to build, did so and then received an order to sign a contract with another outside the area and without the knowledge of the difficulties of carrying it out. The new contractor arrived with his men; then he went back. It would be a real disaster if the Sisters were ruined as (Martin)'s little (St. Joseph) College is going ahead so rapidly and if he does not have the convent in a year, he will be forced to close.
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1857 Feb. 18
Beccard, Father Amédée:
Lafourche, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s letter fell into the water and was brought to Beccard almost illegible. Beccard believes it gave him some general faculties and limited him to three cases by Father Rousselon's letter. Beccard's efforts in his parish are crowned with success. Even vespers are well attended. He is going to establish a St. Louis Society. He has no debts. But he is often short of Mass intentions; he has even asked Father Rousselon for some. However by an exception he finds he has more than he can fulfill and he would like to share some Because of the secluded position of his parish, before the railroad, Beccard had not known of the Pope's instructions about marriages. Father Mènard informed Beccard about them recently.
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1857 Feb. 18
Coskery, H.B., Th(oma)s Foley, John A. Griffith., William George Read, George H. Miles, Thomas Roche, L. Obermyer, Basil T. Elder, C. Oliver O'Donnell, Francis Neale, D.J. Foley, W(illia)m Kennedy, and J. Parkin Scott:
Balt(imore, Maryland)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
New York, (New York)
Since Brownson has not been to Baltimore for some years, the writers want him to lecture in the New Assembly Rooms of their city whenever he can leave New York. Any subject he chooses will be satisfactory for a lecture. They assure him that they and many others desire to greet him as an orator and welcome him as a friend.
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1857 Feb. 18
Follot, Francis C., A(ugust) B(arthelemy) Langlois, J(ea)n Mathieu:
Mount St. Mary's, Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The Orleans Mates are all well; all is right at St. Mary's. They are cheered by Father (John) Quinlan. They love this country and have elected to live as citizens of the States. The Sisters here take good care of them. They are grateful to (Blanc) for supporting them in so nice a retreat. There are about 12 in theology; 3 Frenchmen, 3 Franco-Belgians, 3 Germans and 3 English. Archbishop Purcell told them of the murder of Bishop Sibour. Father (Anthony) Durier, on mission since December wrote from Ohio, referring to the dashing of his buggy against a stump and the running away of his wild pony. Father (Michael) Forde expresident of Chillicothe, was professor of classics while here; he has gone to Chicago. In his stead Quinlan teaches Latin and Father (Francis Joseph) Pabisch is the new teacher of moral theology. W(illiam James) Barry, a deacon, is their chief prefect, he will be raised to the priesthood in the next ordination. Mount St. Mary's under Doctor Rosecrans, bids fair to succeed well. There are now 15 or more young men. It seems a long twelve-month since they have had a letter from (Blanc).
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1857 Feb. 18
Lesne, Widow née David:
Lyons, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lesne has learned from Father Boué that (Blanc) delivered to her brother-in-law the letter her daughter wrote to him in October. She asks (Blanc) to deliver the one enclosed (no enclosure). She did not mention her brother-in-law's new residence; she spoke of family affairs and told him of the release of her son who was held unjustly.
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1857 Feb. 18
Lefevere, Peter (Paul) Bp. Detroit:
Detroit, Michigan
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He sends a draft of $50 in aid of the (L. Silliman) Ives' Fund. Lefevere has just received a letter from Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) of Baltimore in which he states that in a private letter received by Father T. Foley from his brother intimated that their affairs have been at length disposed of. He also says that Brownson's Review has but a small list of subscribers and that it is in danger of being discontinued and that it would be well to recommend some to subscribe. Lefevere thinks that (Orestes A.) Brownson's ideas at times are so strange and on subjects of grave consequence that he does not know whether they ought to encourage that Review. He asks Purcell's opinion. Lefevere thinks that Dr. Ives and lady might be doing something for themselves and not depend entirely on the bishops.
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1857 Feb. 18
Miles, Richard Pius Bp. Nashville:
Nashville, Tennessee
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Miles has lately learned through Father (Ivo) Schacht that Purcell expected an answer to his note appended to the letter of Mr. Shinner. As Miles soon after received a letter from Shinner signifying that he intended to finish his studies in England, Miles forgot his proposition to be received into the seminary of Cincinnati. Miles will probably have one to send to Cincinnati soon and wishes to know the terms. Miles needs all the indulgence that his more fortunate brethen can grant him.
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(18)57 Feb. 18
Mullon, Father J(ames) I(gnatius):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Since speaking with Blanc on Sunday, Mullon talked with Mr. Keating who surveyed the graveyard two years ago. He has not the deed but found the stakes of a previous survey. Keating's opinion is that the fence is the southern limit. Blanc is to ask (Philip?) Rotchford for the deed. Keating(?) will make inquiry as to who owns the ground adjourning the graveyard. Should Blanc or Mullon inquire, the owners would probably extort more than the value. The present ground is quite filled.
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1857 Feb. 18
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(re) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Before making a judgment, (Portier) needs to know the name of the person and the exact time of the offense. Has the accuser received in writing the permission to bring the accusation? In matters so delicate it is not easy to have more than one witness. The accused is 59, has enjoyed an unblemished reputation for 25 years, has edified the congregations given in his charge. He loves money but never got it except by honorable means. Before bringing dishonor on gray hairs, (Portier) must reassure his conscience. The incident must have taken place several years ago; he left his parish last Nov(ember) because of paralysis of the tongue.
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1857 Feb. 19
Paula y Bordon, Francisco de:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Paula finds himself in a strange country, expelled from Mexico for having sacrificed everything in defense of the Catholic religion and for having used his sword and influence in regard to the tithe. He asks for protection.
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1857 Feb. 19
Maenhaut, Father C(onstantine):
Paris, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s letter of January 15 reached Maenhaut last Tuesday. Maenhaut's silence was due to the painful circumstances in which he left New Orleans. Maenhaut is delighted to hear that the religious establishments are increasing and that all the parishes are provided with priests except the vacancy at the Cathedral which will be easy to fill. Pope Pius IX accorded Maenhaut the title of apostolic missionary when he was in Rome. Having accomplished his work, Maenhaut has a right to retirement. Also his health has to be watched. This is the advice of the late Mr. Cayol, Mr. Guisnard, and Dr. de Ruyter of Ghent. Maenhaut asks an honorable discharge from (Blanc)'s diocese. His age and health no longer permit him to live there. Fearing painful explanations, Maenhaut took a common friend to make his request. He counts on (Blanc)'s indulgence to send him an exeat for his native diocese, Ghent, where he wishes to retire among his family and old friends. P.S. He asks to be remembered to Father Rousselon.
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1857 Feb. 19
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Portier) replied yesterday but a little in haste. 1. The confessor should not and could not denounce himself even with the consent of the penitent. It is she who should denounce under oath. It would be sufficient if she sends (Blanc) her written declaration and swears it is the truth. 2. The time since the solicitation does not count. (Portier) would like to know the year or month. Benedict XIV has reserved absolution to himself and Pius VIII(?) did the same (Portier) believes.
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1857 Feb. 20
Davida(?), J(ean) Marie:
(New?) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
(New?) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Davida is the baritone of the 6 French singers who sang in (Blanc)'s cathedral. The next day Davida fell ill; he has spent much for the doctor and pharmacist. His hotel(?) asks for payment every day; he does not know how he will pay 15(?) piastres. He brings this letter to ask (Blanc)'s help.
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1857 Feb. 20
Morris, J.D.:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(New York, New York)
Brownson is invited to the Fourteenth Annual celebration of St. Patrick's Day by the Young Friends of Ireland at the Apollo Rooms. March 17, 1857 at 7 P.M.
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1857 Feb. 21
Bowman, Eveline M.:
Glencoe, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Her confessor is the subject of her communication. Two years ago, Bowman heard that their pastor was in the habit of becoming intoxicated. She was horrified and thought if it were so, (Blanc) ought to be informed. Father (James) Blake said in the pulpit that the people could not have him removed until he chose to go. She heard this evening that he told a thing two years ago that she knows passed in Confession. What is she to do? Blake is popular with Protestants on account of his social manners; Bowman's husband is a Protestant and likes Blake. Blake is so good in times of sickness. Father Guerrard can tell (Blanc) of her character. Blake has many excellent qualities but she hopes for a change.
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1857 Feb. 21
(Rappe, Louis) A(madeus) Bp. Cleveland:
Cleveland, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Gov. (S.P.) Chase has delivered a lecture on Galileo in the same style and spirit as G. Adam did in Cincinnati a few years ago. One of Rappe's protestant friends requested him to lend him a pamphlet written by Purcell or some other clergyman in refutation of G. Adam's lecture. Rappe asks Purcell to send him a Pamphlet. Father (A.) Caron starts soon to take possession of the English church at Sandusky City.
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1857 Feb. 22
Blanc, Ant(hony), Archbishop of:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Blanc has received the circular and prospectus of the contemplated American College at Louvain. The advantages are too great not to command the encouragement of every prelate in the Union. He regrets that his diocese will not be able to contribute effectually towards it. Owing to the "compose" of the population they will not be in want of subjects from that quarter. The German immigrants will settle only in the city of New Orleans where there are three German congregations, belonging to the Redemptorists, the Lazarists and seculars, also a mixed congregation of French, German and Irish. Blanc is willing to adopt two students, one at a time, under Article 9 of the Prospectus. Under better circumstances he hopes to give more efficient encouragement, but cannot at present.
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1857 Feb. 22
(Purcell, J(ohn) B(aptist), Archbishop of:
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Purcell has received Lefevere's check for $50 for the (Levi Silliman) Ives fund. Until he received the letter from Archbishop K(enrick), Purcell thought they were to be called on no more. Dr. Ives is lecturing and "Professing and Probably well paid." The news by Father Foley's brother seems to be all "cry and no bull". Allocutions and decrees about Mexican affairs and South American and Swiss and animal magnetism and spiritual rapping have arrived. Purcell asks Lefevere's opinion about receiving into the Church, the Mother Abess (Mr. &Mrs. Thomas L. Nichols of the Memnonea Institute) of the Free Lovers, her husband and a young lady all residing at Yellow Springs, near Xenia, Ohio.
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1857 February 23
Miles, George H.:
Balt(imore, Maryland)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
New York, (New York)
Enclosed is an invitation to lecture in Baltimore. Brownson will receive in the neighborhood of eighty dollars to one hundred dollars. The suggested subject: "The Church as affected by Concordats in Europe and Constitutions in the United States". The lecture is to be before March 29. Brownson is requested to be "genial" and tender in his lecture so as to enrapture the women of the audience.
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1857 Feb. 24
Basile, V.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Some days ago, Basile came to see (Blanc) to ask help in finding a place as a professor, teacher, librarian or copier. On (Blanc)'s advice he went to see Father (Jean Arthur?) Poyet who could not employ him as the Brothers (of Christian Instruction) of Mobile were to make an establishment in his parish, unless Basile entered their society. Basile would be glad to live in a religious community if he could at the same time lighten the burden of his parents. But it is still doubtful if the Brothers will come to St. Joseph at least for several months. Basile asks (Blanc) a second time to procure a position for him. (He gives) R(ober)t Clannon's store (as part of his address).
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1857 Feb. 24
Jan, Father A(nge) M(arie):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Duties prevent Jan from coming to the city as he would have preferred. Jan, since learning of the naming of an assistant at St. Martin, while filled with gratitude, still has a feeling that may seem like a weakness. The frictions and ruptures which are too often kept in the secret of the presbytery make Jan dread to expose himself to the risk of giving his parishoners a spectacle which would not edify them. He believes that in an interest common to Father (Jean Honoré) Dubernard and himself, it would be better that it did not seem to be by the channels of a momentary curacy at St. Martin. The people of Pont-Breaux would be dissatisfied and would not fail to attribute to Jan the cause of the non-residence among them of the Pastor whom (Blanc) destined for them. Pont-Breaux is perhaps as ready today to receive a pastor as it will be in 2 or 3 years.
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1857 Feb. 24
Moutard, Father C(ornelius):
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Moutard asks Lefevere to grant a divorce to Mrs. de Keunink, daughter of Mr. Moran. He and the priests he has consulted think that she will not live with him again and being desirous of coming back to her religion has asked Moutard to write Lefevere for permission to live single. Moutard also asks for the faculty of absolving from excommunication incurred by marrying outside the church. He has hopes that all difficulties at Gratten, (Michigan) will be settled the first Sunday of March. More than 25 persons spoke up to him in the church; public attacks were made upon Giles and the schoolmaster. After 3 hours Moutard got them to confess publicly that they had acted wrongly. They said openly that they had seen the late Father drunk. If it comes out all right Moutard will apply for a mission which Father Crutil (Francis Krutil) has promised him. It is very hard and dangerous to go to the missions as the water is so high. Father (John) G. Steinhauser is now at the Rapids; he cannot get back to his missions for all bridges are partly swept away or under water. Lefevere will learn about Moutard's situation in the Rapids when Moutard comes to Detroit next Easter.
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(18)57 Feb. 24
Rotchford, P(hilip):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
From all Rotchford can learn, the ground for the grave yard of St. Patrick's was purchased in 1841, perhaps in 39 or 40.
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1857 Feb. 24
Smith, S.C., Sister Regina:
(Emmitsburgh, Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Smith would have answered (Blanc)'s letter immediately but as he will have heard from Sister Mary Margaret, she has been quite sick. The subject of the poor insane of Jackson, Louisiana has been taken into consideration. To avoid the danger of a repetition of the affair of the City Hospital of Mobile, should the State ask the services of the Sisters (of Charity) at Jackson, it was considered necessary to require that the Legislature give the superintendance of the asylum to their corporation for 99 years. It is supposed that the Archbishop will secure a priest for the Sisters and inmates. Regina was pleased to hear of their Sisters through (Blanc)'s letters and also hearing about her brother Raphael (Smith) and family. She has not heard from any of her brothers for more than a year. Fathers Burlando and Gandolfo are well. Sister Raphael, Sister Marie Louise and some other Southern Sisters desire to be remembered to (Blanc). Regina recommends her heavy charge to (Blanc's) prayers.
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1857 Feb. 24
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bp. Louisville:
Louisville, Kentucky
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He thanks Purcell for his promise to preach St. Patrick's panegyric, or to provide a substitute. He freely consents that Mother Ignatius Ward should remain with Purcell till May if necessary, provided that she visit Louisville in case of emergency. Her companion sister may remain also. Three more Sisters of the Good Shepherd will come up by tomorrow's boat. Sister Mary Stanislaus takes the place of Sister Gertrude who did not complete her noviciate yet. Spalding thinks it better to send a professed sister to brave the trials of a new foundation. Purcell will have the cream of their Sisterhood. Sister Aloysius is only lent and the arrangement as to personell is only provisional. The whole affair will be settled when the Mother General decides the matter. Spalding asks Purcell to send someone to meet the sisters. P.S. The establishment in Louisivlle is put to great inconvenience by sending off five of its best subjects, but the sisters bear it cheerfully. In May three more will be professed.
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(18)57 Feb. 25
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Martin) has decided to send Father (Jean) Pierre to New Orleans. (Martin) has charged Pierre to make a foundation at Shreveport, (Louisiana). Thus far all efforts to establish in this town, whose commercial importance is growing, have failed. Pierre will tell (Blanc) how much good will he has found among the Catholics as well as Protestants and unbelievers. He will also tell of the impossiblity of success without powerful aid from outside. (Martin) is giving Pierre a written recommendation and asks (Blanc) to add a marginal note.
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1857 Feb. 25
Tholomier, Father (Claude Anthony):
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Having lost of mislaid the letter in which (Blanc) gave power of attorney to Edgard Druilhet to accept the land which Tholomier bought from Mr. Walham which joins the presbytery, Tholomier asks (Blanc) to send another so that Mr. Freret, Sr.(?) can make up the deed. Tholomier has heard with pleasure that Father (J.V.?) Petesch, (C.SS.R.) has left for France, as much for (Blanc)'s peace of mind as for the benefit of this estimable confrere. All are well here.
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1857 Feb. 26
(Blanc), Ant(hony) Abp. New Orleans and Admin. Natchez:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
As he will not be able to spare the services of Father (Anthony) Durier for the whole season and as he is not acclimated, Blanc thinks that it would be prudent to call him down now that he may gradually used to the heat. Purcell should tell Durier of Blanc's wish. Contrary to all expectations Father W. O'Neil arrived ten days ago. The only vacant mission was the one intended for Durier, but as O'Neil is willing to try it Blanc will let him have it as he will then be able to dispose of Durier in a more profitable way. No news from Rome; the vacant sees suffer. Blanc asks what does Purcell think of the scandalous manifesto of the wretched French Canadians of Chicago. As Blanc is trying to obtain an act of solo corporation for himself and Bishop (Augustus) Martin of Natchitoches, he is afraid lest some of his mischievous members should have cognizance of this deplorable misdoing. He will refund any money advanced to Durier.
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1857 Feb. 26
Barthoulot, Minerva L.:
Bristol, Connecticut
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc?:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The man who wrote a (Blanc) from Bristol is Minerva's husband. She begs (Blanc) not to give him a place. She wants to live with her husband; her health is very poor. They have a house and her husband has plenty of work in the spoon shop for burnishing silverware. He has spent all his money in France in some bad way. He make from $40 to $50 a month. His name is Severin Augustine Barthoulot.
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1857 Feb. 26
Glajeux, Berard des:
Paris, (France)
to (Bishop) Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
The Central Council of the Association of the Propagation of the Faith allocates 8,000 francs for Detroit for 1856. According to custom and the reason of contingency of their receipts, a fifth of this sum will become definite after the close of the actual year. Lefevere, with them, will bless Divine Providence for this charity despite the difficulties of these last days. They were happy to be able to include Lefevere's diocese in this division despite the very insufficient receipts in the presence of the always increasing number of missions. They have not done all that they would wish to do, but they hope the bishop will increase a hundredfold what they can give. Father (Peter) Kindekens received 3,000 francs, conformable to the bishop's authorization. Signed by Choiselat as secretary-treasurer.
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1857 Feb. 26
Steinhauser, Father J(ohn) G.:
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefev(e)re:
Detroit, Mich(igan)
There are over 200 persons desirous to receive Confirmation. Steinhauser will try to prepare them but he foresees trouble for religion is not flourishing there. He is destitute and the people seem to care little about it. The money he got in the beginning did not even come up to the expectations of Father (Edward) Van Paemel. He pays $7.00 a week for board and if he takes a horse to go on mission they charge an exorbitant price for it. He has to try hard to get his $7.00 for board and besides must get them to build his house and finish the church. If he had a horse so that he could go to his missions it would give him some money. If he stays he will be forced to call upon Lefevere for his support.
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1857 Feb. 27
Grignon, Father M(athurin) F.:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Grignon presents his views on Father (Jean Honoré) Dubernard. Last week Dubernard revealed the cause of his leaving N(ew) Orleans. Grignon understands his position better now. Dubernard's great desire to hear from (Blanc) and to know his future preoccupies Dubernard. It seems that someone has talked about his going north to study English. He is ready to do what (Blanc) wishes. Grignon believes Dubernard is willing to remain here until (Blanc) recalls him but he would like to know positively. He reads and studies English a lot. He is very useful to Grignon and will be more so during Lent. All goes as usual at Natchez. This week Grignon went to Port Gibson and promised to return after Easter.
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1857 Feb. 27
(Portier), Bishop Michael:
Mobile, (Alabama)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He has reasons to insist on the name and time; did the person in question live at St. Michael and Grand Coteau and leave within a month or two? Mr. R.(?) left for Havana, attacked by a partial paralysis; his health is feeble and he can no longer function. Has Blanc had news from Rome?
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(18)57 Feb. 28
Grignon, Father M(athurin) F.:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Grignon has just heard that Father (Jean Honoré) Dubernard has chosen Natchez in preference to Vicksburg or Jackson. Grignon thinks that Vicksburg would not suit him as he would have to live or at least eat in the homes of others. As for the work which made Father (Francis Rene) Pont ask for an assistant, Grignon does not see in what it consists. Grignon does not mean to say that 2 priests would not be very useful at Vicksburg but it needs one to furnish the oratory and one to get the work for his confrere. As for the surrounding neighborhood, at Vicksburg as at Natchez, it would be very good to visit regularly. Grignon sees it more and more for Port Gibson.
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1857 Feb. 28
Kenrick, Francis Patrick Abp. Baltimore:
Baltimore, Maryland
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He has duly received the $50, the contribution of Bishop Adm. (Peter Paul Lefevere) of Detroit to the Relief Fund. Kenrick sees no difficulty in receiving the chief of the Free Lovers and Spiritualists, if they renounce their errors and submit to the Church. It might be well to have a written renunciation, besides the profession of faith. Even persons of suspected character are not denied admittance when they profess repentance. He is happy to find so many are turning from devious paths.
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1857 Feb. 28
Marcilly, E(mma):
Palmyra, (Missouri)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She received (Blanc's) letter of January 10 only last week. Almost continual rain since November has made the roads so bad and the ice in the river did not break up until the 21st of this month. She is sorry that Natchez is still without a bishop. She has had information on the manner of defering payment of the note due May 14. The notes must be presented and protested. To be paid separately there must be new notes, a new mortgage. She will wait for payment up to August 14. She has not seen Maryland again; she hopes to next autumn. Her sisters unite with her in asking (Blanc)'s prayers.
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1857 Feb. 28
Pont, Father F(rancis Rene):
Vicksb(urg, Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Pont received (Blanc)'s letter but not the Regulations for Lent. Father Leray gave him the rules and to comply with Article 5 Leray has promised to come every Friday during Lent to give a sermon. For Milliken's Bend, Pont has no Lenten regulations from Bishop Martin. Most of the Catholics of this last place are at New Orleans just now. He has again been along the levees, this time at Lake Providence up to the borders of Louisiana and Arkansas. There is much good will. He said Mass for them as often as he could. Pont asks again that (Blanc) send another priest to Vicksburg. Pont supposes that an Irish priest would do good at Vicksburg. He has heard that it is said that Pont is too severe because he does not want to marry anyone without publishing the banns, contrary to Father G(eorge) Cooper's conduct. Not content with giving scandal by his drunkenness and evil tongue, Cooper does it anew by his letters; Pont sends a letter which Cooper wrote to his servant. Reardon is an Irishman who has killed two other Irishmen. Mother Foley is woman of sorry reputation; she runs a tavern; she has been in Prison 3 or 4 times. Pont wishes their bishop would come so that he could go ahead with the church. He has collected 800 piastres along the levees and could have more if another priest stayed at Vicksburg.
- A.L.S. - (French) -
1857 Jan. 7
Cooper, Father George:
San Francisco, (California)
to Dear Madam:
(Vicksburg, Mississippi?)
Cooper arrived here about two weeks ago in very bad health. He was insensible for seven days with a congestive fever without a friend and with very little money. This is a much better place than Mississippi. Archbishop (Blanc) treated Cooper very badly. Cooper blames (Anthony) Genella's people and Father (Francis Xavier) Leray and the French. As soon as Cooper gets settled, he will send for her. A house servant earns from $20 to $40 a month. Laboring men such as Pat McDonnell and Reardon at Foley's readily get work at $2.50 a day. A good worker and ironer such as is, earns $3 a dozen. If her sister from St. Louis came here with her they might do well. If inclines to it, Cooper might be able to send passage money. He is to have $100 a month and board but he would rather be alone. She is to go to Mr. Donovan's to know if any letters have come from home for Cooper. She is to give his love to Mother Foley and Maher, also to Donovan and family, Corn(elius?) Ryan, Daniel Welsh and lady, Mrs. Condon and all his friends, also his best wishes to Tom McCann and family.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French and English) - 7pp. - 12mo. - {13}
1857 Feb. 28
(Purcell), Joseph, Sister Mary:
Tralie, Presentation Convent
Ireland
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of:
Cincinnati, Ohio
She wrote Purcell a few lines some mails since, having waited till the last moment trying to get the power of attorney Purcell sought. She received it yesterday, and now encloses it. The Bishop said that Purcell should send the money to her should he succeed in recovering it. She hopes that the delay in complying with this commission will not prevent Purcell from trying her again at the first opportunity. Purcell has heard of the death of Archbishop Flattery. It is reported that Dr. Moriarity will fill his place. The richest Catholic there intends to finish the convent of Mercy and is building a Magdalen Asylum and a monastery and school for the Christian Brothers. Her order is about to open a house in Kenmare. She hopes Purcell's mother still enjoys good health. The Bishop sends his respects to Purcell.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 16to. -
1857 Mar. 1
Delente, O(lympe):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) complains that Delente scolds. What the Bishop does not understand, the father does. Mrs. M. Read could not be more satisfied with Delente; she has the greatest confidence in Delente. Delente left the city with a heavy heart. She does not doubt that Father Rousselon gives (Blanc) her letters to read.
VI-1-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}