(1858 May?)
Beaugier, Father (Anthony):
(Ville Platte, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It has been almost a week since Beaugier asked (Rousselon) to have the concierge send a German servant who knows how to cook, wash, and iron. Beaugier had written to Mr. Goubler but had no reply. Beaugier would be less pressing if his cousin's health allowed him to wait. It is impossible to find a negress here. P.S. (Rousselon) is to advance the expense of the servant's trip; he is to send her to Messrs. Carrière and Débaillon, who will send her to Beaugier by the stage which goes through Ville Platte for Alexandria.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - folio - {4}
1858 (May)
Miles, Richard Pius, Bishop of Nashville:
(Nashville, Tennessee)
to (Pope Pius IX):
(Rome, Italy)
Bishop Miles at the foot of the Holiness asks for a coadjutor. First he asks it because of his old age and weakness and secondly because of his frequent sicknesses which prevent his saying Mass in his Cathedral and visiting his diocese. He submits the following names: 1. Father Nicholas D. Young, O.P. born in Maryland, educated in theology at the Sopra Minerva, of good morals and zeal, aged about 36; 2. Father Richard Albert Clarkson, O.P., born and educated in Kentucky, pious, learned and amiable, aged about 37; 3. Father James Whelan, O.P., born in Ireland, but in this country for 20 years, learned and pious, aged about 40. The reason all these are Dominicans is because the principal missions of the diocese are held by that Order and better things are to be expected than if one from another order be appointed. Also because the first bishop was of that Order and he has placed funds of the Order in the diocese because of his own poverty.
II-4-n - L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {6}
1858 May 1
Carrell, George A., Bishop of Covington:
Covington, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
(of Cincinnati, Ohio)
Carrell says he is sending Bishop (John Martin) Hennis' letter concerning Father Charles Shraudenback. He has the congregation of Newport, (Kentucky) in such excitement that one more day might produce schism. Carrell says the facts stated in his letter of last evening were given to him by a good German Catholic who came over yesterday to tell Carrell about it. He is a man well known to Carrell and one on whom he can depend. Carrell believes Father Shraudenback to be a priest of innocent morals and great zeal. While in Newport his care of the children was above all praise.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {4}
1858 May 1
Chambost, Father C(harles):
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The administrators met last Thursday and examined the two plans: the first for 120 by 60 and the second for 110 by 56. They asked the contractors to make their estimates for next Sunday. There is a plan for 17 and the other for 13 thousand. There are 10,000 piastres for the church and 4500 for the college. They have decided to buy the block above the church which is separated only by the street. The buildings there would do until they got their breath. The ladies are waiting for (Blanc) to authorize the collection on Pentecost. Father (Peter) Lucas came to see them last Thursday. Chambost told him of (Blanc)'s letter about Confirmation. They would also have some Confirmations here and in Michael Schlatre's chapel which (Blanc) could bless at the same time. If (Blanc) prefers to come from Donaldsonville by land someone would take him there on Friday; on Saturday he could confirm in the Sisters' chapel. The 17 or 18 children on this side have been kept back too long from their First Communion. Chambost will also try to have the laying of the cornerstone. This morning they had 93 Communions; there were many less Paschal Communions than usual. P.S. They would like a visit from Father Aubert.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1858 May 1
Degny, J.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Michael) Portier:
A receipted bill for $31 for a dressing gown, trousers, and vest.
VI-1-n - A. Bill S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
(18)58 May 1
Joy, Lewis:
Brooklyn, (New York)
to Bishop J(ames) R(oosevelt Bayley) Bailey:
(Newark, New Jersey)
Joy is not certain whether he sent (Bayley) one of the Mount Pleasant catalogues since their meeting on the old grounds last August. Joy will be happy to supply (Bayley) with one. They all regretted (Bayley)'s absence from their meeting, especially when they learned it was caused by his sickness at Troy.
II-2-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1858 May 2
Lamy, Father George:
Covington, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The First Communion they are preparing for in the different stations, the visit he has just made to St. Helena and Washington, the number of adults who desire Confirmation, even the little good they have done in this part of the Floridas, so abandoned and given over to Protestant propaganda, all this makes Lamy request (Blanc) to visit this side of the lake this month or soon; (Blanc) would be an encouragement and benediction. Lamy regrets not daring to undertake what would entirely change the spirit of the people; this is why he had to set aside the offer of the person of whom (Blanc) spoke at the time of Lamy's visit. He would fear to take this person accustomed to the comforts of life. To achieve permanent good, they must have schools for girls and boys, zealous young priests who can ride horseback to serve the churches, although living together. The people are poor and for a long time have not contributed to the priest's living. The expense of repairing their is much than Lamy has asked for. They are adding two rooms to one house; they are going to have to build a stable; Dr. Martin has sent the necessary lumber. They began their housekeeping yesterday. Mr. Roche's conduct has been untrustworthy. Lamy closes his eyes and will follow the advice which Father (Victor) Pivet brought from (Blanc). Father (Matthias) S(c)hifferer sent them a good housekeeper. In the future, Lamy hopes that Covington and its surroundings will repay (Blanc) by the growth of religion. Lamy will devote himself to the immense plains of St. Tammany, Washington, Ste. Helena, and Livingston. If other workers wish to join them, Lamy will do all he can to keep them attached to this vast missionary field.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {6}
1858 May 3
(Aucoin, O. Carm.), Sister St. Paul:
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
St. Paul is having difficulty with her vow of obedience. Mother Thérèse (Chevrel, O. Carm.) does not see eye to eye with the pastor. Mother Thérèse's reasons are good; she fears the pastor will lead them into too great expenditures like those at Thibodaux. If Mother knew the pastor as St. Paul does she would not act thus. Mother Thérèse has been here only once in 12 years. St. Paul does not speak of great changes but of the small things which come up often. The pastor thinks he has the authority to make repairs to their chapel under $300. The second thing the pastor thought proper is a change in the class of religious instruction. If Mother demands that St. Paul prevent the pastor from doing things for the house, it would mean no more good being done. Only this year they are beginning to recover from the bad years and they owe it to the zeal of the pastor. St. Paul trusts in (Blanc)'s charity to get her out of this difficulty.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1858 May 3
Egan, Pat(ric)k:
Donaldsonville, Louisiana
to Cousin James:
Copy. Egan hopes these lines find James and family in good health. Egan has sad news of the death of James' brother Mathew. Egan and Mathew came down to New Orleans together and went to work in the country. Shortly after, Mathew took sick and died; he worked only 14 days. Egan sent him to the hospital paying $5 a week. Mathew had $440 in the bank and no person to get it until James writes and sends a letter to the within other letter (no enclosure). James is to let Egan know how Egan's father, brother and sisters are getting along. James is to have nothing to say about any affairs at all accounts if he waits to write a letter to Egan different from the one James is going to send about the heirs of the money. (Letters are to be) directed in care of Pat(ric)k Woods. A true copy, Pat(ric)k Majauvan(?), P(arish?) P(riest?).
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1858 May 4
Barnabò, Cardinal Al(exander):
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Barnabò received Blanc's letter of March 4; he is glad to learn that in Blanc's province there is no abuse in the way priests carry the Blessed Sacrament. Concerning the metropolitan see to which the Vicariate of Florida will belong, an account will have to be made at the time of establishing an episcopal see in that region. Archbishop Cajet(an Bedini signs as) secretary.
VI-1-n - L.S. - (Latin) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 4
Bonniot, Father J(ames) M(ary):
Montpellier, (France)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Rousselon has, in preceding years, sent through his nephew, Paul Rousselon, the annuity of 240 piastres due Bonniot from New Orleans. In September 1857, Bonniot acknowledged the receipt of this sum toward the end of August. His address is still the same: in care of Father Mauret. He wishes for Archbishop Blanc a long life and good health. The horizon of life is approaching nearer and nearer for Bonniot. P.S. Rousselon is to tell the president or procurator of the Jesuit College at New Orleans that at the end of February, Bonniot wrote to Father Curioz to ask him to send the annuity which the Jesuits owe him.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1858 May 4
Crenan, M.R.:
Jackson, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Crenan addresses Blanc in behalf of the Catholics of Jackson and vicinity with the approbation of Father G(eorge) McMahon who left Crenan's house this morning on the mission and is not expected to return until next Saturday. McMahon has been joyfully received and a liberal contribution subscribed for his support as Blanc will see by a letter sent to him last week. The church is fitted out and the rooms of the priest are to be furnished in two weeks. The house for his servant is already prepared and a servant and horse already provided. The people of Bayou Sara appear to think that it would be impossible for a priest residing in Jackson to have Mass in Jackson and Bayou Sara on the same Sunday; they propose to subscribe for an assistant priest. McMahon agrees that the 13 miles from Jackson to Bayou Sara and the same distance from Jackson to Clinton would make it impossible for one priest. McMahon says he would divide the funds.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}
1858 May 4
Daugherty, P.M.:
Lancaster, O(hio)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(New York, New York)
He (in Mrs. (Ella) Sherman's packet) invites Brownson and his daughter to his home on their way to Kentucky. He assures Brownson and his daughter of a fine opportunity for relaxation. Daugherty does not know of the date of the "exhibitions" at Nazareth. Bishop (Josue) Young of Erie might be in Lancaster when Brownson arrives there. The company that met Brownson in Zanesville also extends best wishes and a sincere invitation.
I-3-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1858 May 4
Frenaye, M(ark) A(nthony):
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(M.J.) Hote has approved the departure of his son, (Charles A. Hote) and has sent $35 to pay his passage. The money arrived after the ship had sailed. Hote has authorized Frenaye to keep $15 and to pay $20 on the board and room account. Frenaye will let Blanc know when he sends anything more, so that Blanc will be informed until all is paid.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {3}
1858 May 4
Sherman, Ellen B(oyle) E(wing):
Lancaster, Ohio
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
New York, N(ew) Y(ork)
Mrs. Sherman encloses remittance for a year's subscription to the Review. She hopes that Brownson and his daughter will make their promised visit with her this summer. She notes that Doctor (Henry S.) Hewit has been lecturing in his native place and that Brownson has lectured with great success in New York.
I-3-n - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1858 May 6
Chambost, Father C(harles):
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chambost received Blanc's letter of the 3rd. If time permits they will have Blanc taken to Donaldsonville and be there as early as Thursday evening. If time or the roads do not permit, they will expect him by the boat which arrives here between 3 and 5 in the morning. They will communicate with Father (Peter) Lucas so that all Blanc wishes will be promptly done. Sunday night they just escaped having a crevasse. During the storm the levee collapsed in 5 places at once. All the bells were rung and the people came running, the planters sent their slaves and by working, prevented the evil. Panic is great on the river. Chambost has just received a letter from (M.R.) Crenan asking Chambost to use his influence with Blanc to send Father (George) McMahon back to them. The petition they sent was worthy of consideration because of Crenan's signature. Crenan had three prople sign it because they were French, to prove to Blanc that there is also a need for a little French. If there was a priest at Jackson, one could talk of the Sisters of Holy Cross. The Jackson chapel is very beautiful inside and the priest has 3 fine rooms(?). Lucas will not leave; he would not want to displease Blanc. Lucas will go to the other side of the lake and they will replace him during his absence. Chambost's brother and other acquaintances send respects. P.S. The packet Vicksburgh which stops at Donaldsonville stops here between 2 and 4 in the morning.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {5}
(1858) May 6
De Sard:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
De Sard will soon bring proofs of the Christian Doctrine of (name indecipherable).
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 16mo. - {1}
(1858) May 6
De Sard:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
News of the collection for the church at Plaquemine arrived at 5 and at 4 they had already printed the first page of the paper so it will have to be on the second page.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {1}
1858 May 6
Foltier, Father E(tienne) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Etienne Lauer will give Rousselon 15 piastres to be given to Mr. de Sard. Rousselon is to tell his sacristan that Foltier cannot take the gold watch offered by the watch maker; he is to repair the old silver watch to be taken to the watch maker. The Sisters of Mount Carmel would do better to send their box by the Cora, addressed to the pastor of St. Martin. The crops have never been better.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1858 May 6
Mènard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mènard received (Blanc)'s letter setting the time of his pastoral visit and Confirmation for June 13. This will suit very well and will give time to complete the decoration of his church in order for (Blanc) to bless it. Mènard asks this favor in the name of his parishioners and particularly for the trustees who all belong to St. Joseph Society. The repairs to the building cost 12 to $13,000. The trustees made real sacrifices to meet the payments. They hope to pay the entire debt in 3 or 4 years. Mènard will consult with his neighboring confreres about confirming in their parishes during the week of June 13 to 19. Mènard proposes if (Blanc) agrees to bless their St. Joseph Church, to invite Father Perché to accompany (Blanc). Father Pineau sends his respects.
VI-1-n - A.L.D. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1858 May (7)
Waldron, Father E.Q.S.:
Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Blanc's letter in behalf of Dr. (Jedediah Vincent) Huntington with the note enclosed to Waldron was received this morning. He is pleased to see Blanc's opinion added to a multitude of others, Catholics and Protestants, that a Catholic gentleman should be sent on the mission to Rome. Waldron maintains that if (James) Buchanan appoints any other than a Catholic he will yield to Know-Nothingism. In due time Waldron will present Blanc's letter to His Excellency.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1858 May 8
Barnett, Jo(h)n P.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to Father Aubert to marry William Joseph Grass and Célanicia(?) Conrad. There have been three publications; Father Rousselon has all the names.
VI-1-n - D.S. - (English & French) - 1p. - 16mo. - {2}
1858 May 8
Bayley, James R. Bishop of Newark:
Newark, N(ew) J(ersey)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Bayley writes that he believes Father James Callan, pastor of St. James' Church in Newark will apply for a place in the Diocese of Cincinnati. He left Newark last evening without Bayley's knowledge or permission. The evening before he left, he received a letter from Father (Dominic) Senez. Father Senez also went away in a similar manner and may have had something to do with Father Callan's departure. There would be an end to all ecclesiastical discipline if such actions were let go unnoticed. So Bayley has suspended him but is afraid Callan will use an old letter of recommendation and be received by Purcell. Bayley has not a single priest to take Callan's place and to add to the latter's guilt, he left a large mission unprovided for. P.S. Bayley is enclosing a letter for Father Callan and if he should not have come to Cincinnati. Purcell will please direct it and send to the care of the Most Reverend Archbishop of St. Louis (Purcell's note on back says Callan never applied.)
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1858 May 8
Lécuru, Father E(mile) St. James, (Louisiana):
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lécuru forgot when he saw (Blanc) to ask when (Blanc) would visit St. James and Vacherie for Confirmation. Constant Winchester brought the bottles for the holy oils; (Blanc) is to give them to Winchester when they are supplied.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 8
MacCabe, Victoria, B.:
Pass Christian, Mississippi
to (Orestes A. Brownson):
(New York, New York)
The writer (enclosing a letter from her father; William MacCabe) is living with a family where she teaches for her board. Her pay is slight, She and her father would be indebted to Brownson if he would write letters of introduction to "people of note here".
I-3-n - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1858 May 8
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
For better or worse Mina has just carried out Rousselon's orders. Mr. Rybisky… (here part of the letter is cut away). Mina received No. 175 of the Propagation of the Faith.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 9
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Not receiving a reply to his letter about the bells for their Mexicans, (Martin) supposes that it was lost. One of their planters leaves tomorrow for France; (Martin) has decided to give him a draft on the treasurer of the Propagation of the Faith for $2000. (Martin) will have to withdraw Eugène (Fourot) from the College; he cannot follow the courses. (Martin) has decided to keep him and direct his studies himself. Intelligent in material things, Eugène does not comprehend. (Martin) is getting him ready for his first Confession and will give him Father Dicharry for a confessor. (Martin) regrets not being able to be at the ceremony which brought several Bishops to New Orleans. (Martin) has hardly recovered from a serious illness which necessitated as much medicine as the yellow fever he had in (18)47. But it is gone and (Martin) is going to undertake several Confirmation tours. (P.S.) His respects to the Archbishop. What has become of Father Cambiaso?
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
(18)58 May 10
Duplantier, G(uy):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to Father Rousselon to marry Joseph Amédée Ducatel and Virginia Antoinette Van Dycke.
VI-1-n - A.D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {2}
1858 May 10
Dupuy, Father Enn(emond):
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Rousselon is to give $50 from Dupuy's account and give it to Father Perché to help him with the Propagateur. Here the floods are threatening; Dupuy has built his levee a foot higher than ordered. He believes there will not be another crevasse in Iberville parish but he cannot say how long this will last. Dupuy is no better. His headaches are so continuous that he cannot sleep. Will this lead to a stroke?
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {1}
1858 May 10
Fontbonne, Father James:
Chassagny, (France)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Will (Rousselon) send Fontbonne his annuity? He is to give Fontbonne's address to (Rousselon)'s brother and tell him to send an order on the bank of St. Etienne or Lyons. P.S. Fontbonne is serving at Chassagny near Givors, Rhone.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1858 May 10
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Odin) sends an order for the $62 which he owes. Arrived at Berwick, they found that the boat for Galveston was not yet in port. They did not leave there until Monday morning.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1858 May 10
Purcell, J(ohn) B(aptist) Archbishop of Cincinnati:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Cardinal Alexandro Barnabo:
Prefect of the Sacred Congregation of the Propaganda,Rome, Italy
The Fathers of the Second Provincial Council of Cincinnati have asked Purcell to send to Barnabo the enclosed letter of Bishop (Richard Pius Miles) of Nashville, in which he asks that the diocese of Nashville be transferred from the Province of St. Louis to that of Cincinnati and that a coadjutor be appointed to him from the three names suggested. The members of the council, feeling that the petition arose from grave reasons, recommended it to the Sacred Congregation. As to the names suggested, the persons have been known for many years and are adjudged suitable. These matters were not considered in the Council but in a private session where they thought the reason for seeking the shift to the Cincinnati Province could be examined. It is apparent that the persons suggested are better known by the bishops of this province than by those of other provinces. They regard Father Nicholas Dominic Young as the most suitable. Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere, administrator of Detroit, objected to the appointment of a Dominican lest, in future years, the Holy See wish to appoint a secular bishop he find all the goods and functions of the diocese in the hands of that community. The answer of the bishops was that the Sacred Congregation will provide against that. The acts of the Council, and the letter will be sent to the Cardinal within a few days.
II-4-n - A.L.S. (First draft) - (Latin) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {6}
1858 May 11
Bertail, Father J.M.:
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Hermogine Le Blanc and Julienne Breaux ask for a dispensation from the three banns.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1858 May 12
Kenrick, Francis Patrick Archbishop of Baltimore:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Kenrick writes that Bishop John Neumann of Philadelphia has proposed the erection of a See at Easton, Pennsylvania to our late Council. His Coadjutor (Bishop James F. Wood) complains of being burdened with the temporalities, without the necessary control and influence attached to official positions and the bishop offers to vacate his See and retire to the new diocese. He particularly desires that the matter be a profound secret until the Holy See has decided. Any premature disclosure might unsettle the minds of the people. Kenrick says Dr. (John Henry) Newman, through Dr. Forbes, asked his consent to take Kenrick's version as a basis for his own, to which Kenrick readily agreed. The Council urges Kenrick to complete his, which is already prepared. He says a committee of bishops is appointed to correspond with his prelates, and with those of England, and with the Holy See on the subject. They made no decrees but treated many matters in special letters to the Holy See. They asked for the indefinite extension of the dispensation from the abstinence on Saturday. The vows of the Visitation Nuns were deemed solemn, but the necessity to take solemn vows was not decided, although the matter is submitted to the Holy See. In reply to a letter of the Cardinal Prefect written in 1852, telling the disposition of his Holiness to give the See of Baltimore some honorable distinction, the fathers recommended that precedent be given to it over all metropolitans of the United States. The proceedings were conducted in great harmony and charity. Dr. O'Connor took an active part in them, although he feels as if his head were splitting.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1858 May 12
Lauer, E(tienne):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Lauer sends (Olympe) Delente a few lines which Delente wishes to receive only through Blanc (no enclosure).
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 12
Roduit, S.J., Father J(oseph):
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Roduit asks for a dispensation from affinity. The case is a secret one. Everything is ready for this marriage; the masters have already sent their slaves to the church to receive the nuptial blessing. The College (of St. Charles) is doing very well; their distribution is to take place August 21. He hopes that three of their scholastics will be ready to be ordained at the same time. Roduit hopes that (Blanc) will be at Grand Coteau for the feast of the Assumption or in the following week.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 14
Mènard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mènard asks to binate more than twice a month. Some people in the village cannot always come to the High Mass. Also all at the convent cannot attend the High Mass; some must see to the house. Father (Rene M.) Pineau says Mass two Sundays a month at Bayou Boeuf and two other Sundays at Tchikahoula so Mènard is almost always alone on Sunday. Mènard hopes that (Blanc) will receive his letter as a reply to the one (Blanc) wrote about the time of Confirmation. The Bayou is threatening to flood all the land. For a week a crevasse has flooded Labadieville, there is a foot of water under the chapel of St. Philomena. The crevasse is opposite Mrs. Labadie's house. Several people went to Mass in boxes, troughs, etc. Mènard heard that Father (Cyprien) Venissat was shipwrecked in one of these improvised boats; luckily there was only 12 to 15 inches of water at the site of the wreck.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {5}
1858 May 15
(Bedini), Cajetan Archbishop of Thebes:
Rome, (Papal States)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father William Barry from Cincinnati has presented to (Bedini) letters from Purcell. (Bedini) has received Barry and given him the care that his letter from Purcell deserved. He has given him faculties to frequent the schools of the Collegii Urbani and will do all that he thinks fitting for him. (In his own hand Bedini) thanks Purcell for the book which Purcell sent him by Barry.
II-4-n - A(note)L.S. - (Latin) - 1pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 15
Langlois, Father (Auguste) Barthelemy:
Point(e) à la Hache, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Langlois had published the banns on three successive Sundays and had been informed by the future husband that there were no impediments. Then when registering the act, he was informed that the mothers were sisters. Langlois thought that he could presuppose (Blanc)'s dispensation and asks (Blanc) to ratify it. The names are Azenor Doburd and Adelline Duprez, widow of Joseph Baranelli. (Blanc) validates it on May 29.
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1858 May 17
Feltin, Father N(icholas):
Houston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Feltin sends another alms for the orphans. May God bless the person who gives it and grant the grace of salvation. P.S. Feltin has received (Blanc)'s replies to his letters.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {1}
1858 May 17
Foul, Philippe:
Manang(?), (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rous(s)elon:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Foul has written several letters to Father (Francis) Mittelbronn but has had no reply. He thinks Mittelbronn has been changed and asks Rous(s)elon to send this letter (no enclosure) to him.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 18
McMahon, Father George:
Jackson, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He would have called on (Blanc) this week, but he was cast from a horse on a drive of thirty miles from Tunica; he will leave here for New Orleans on Pentecost Monday. The people here have asked for McMahon to be parish priest. They now have a furnished house, a seated chapel and everything necessary. McMahon has asked no salary as yet although they have collected upwards of $150. Shall Bayou Sara be deserted; near $1000 has been subscribed. McMahon has succeeded in quashing long standing animosities except in the case of a "Potaphar alia" who is only a pretended convert and has sworn rather to poison the priest than to see Jackson (a) parish. P.S. McMahon stayed one day in Baton Rouge in passing from N(ew) O(rleans) to Jackson. Since then he has been either at Bayou Sara, Port Hudson, or Tunica taking the census, hearing Confessions and saying Mass. Any letters for him at Baton Rouge are there still.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1858 May 18
Migne, L.:
Petit-Montrange, (France)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Migne asks payment for an old subscription of 1852 and 1853. He explains the raise in price and the difference in editions. (The letter is written for) Migne by Pagnier (on a letter head listing the books for sale by their firm).
VI-1-n - L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 19
Damais, J.P.:
Montreal, Canada
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Damais asks (Blanc) to send the enclosed letter (no enclosure) to Father Auguste Chambost. Damais knows only that Chambost is employed in one of (Blanc)'s seminaries.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1858 May 19
Thirion, Father (Hubert):
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Thirion does not know that he has ever acted in a blameworthy manner toward (Blanc); he only knows that he has done his best. Why is it that (Blanc) does not wish to reestablish Thirion in his old post and give him his former title? (Blanc) took away his title because Thirion was ill. Who put Pointe Coupée where it is today? Thirion cannot be Father (Francis) Mittelbronn's assistant nor be under the tutelage of those two priests. Thirion is too superior. They urge him to accept the place of chanter and sacristan; Thirion cannot do it. The trustees out of respect for him, prefer a lay chanter and organist. If (Blanc) is not sure of Thirion's morals, he can ask those priests to whom (Blanc) has sent him and where he has preached if Thirion has said anything he should not have said. On his arrival at St. John Baptist he showed (Blanc)'s letter to Father (Ve. Modeste) Mina who said he did not think Thirion in capable of helping him. In (Blanc)'s letter addressed to Pointe Coupée (Blanc) said that Mittelbronn was pastor par interim until the affair with the trustees was ended. Mittelbronn believes himself to be Thirion's master. If Thirion accepts the place of assistant he would have all the disagreeable things he had when he was pastor and he would have 2 masters instead of one friend. Since he has been here, Thirion has done almost everything and no longer feels the need to rest. (P.S.) (Blanc) is to make no mention of this when he writes as Thirion wants peace. (Blanc) can ask the pastor of Plaquemine if he sees any touch of madness in Thirion. Thirion has preached twice for this pastor as well as for the Redemptorists and at St. John Baptist. Mittelbronn is too young to be Thirion's pastor.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
(18)58 May 20
Duplantier, G(uy):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to Father Rousselon to marry Nicholas Zéphir and Marie Pelissier, f(ree) P(ersons of) c(olor). (On the back of the paper): for June 21.
VI-1-n - A.D.S. - 1p. - 16mo. - {2}
(18)58 May 20
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Through Jos(eph) Robart and Co(mpany) of Chartres, (Martin) sends $125; 100 for the College of (St. Vincent), Cape Girardeau. (Missouri) to be given to the Lazarists at New Orleans. The other 25 are for Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché. (Martin) would like to know how his account stands as he would like to settle it by the end of June. Sister St. J(ean) Baptiste, (D.C.) said she had sent 200 francs for (Martin). (Martin) does not yet know when the laying of the cornerstone of their new cathedral will be; the heavy rains have slowed the making of bricks. (Martin) is satisfied with Eugène and is glad to be charged with his instruction.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1858 May 20
St. Claude, C.S.J., Sister:
Bourg, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Whenever St. Claude thinks of (Blanc)'s favors, she is consoled. Today they have more need than ever in seeing the departure of their (Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg). They hope their efforts to aid (Blanc) will show their gratitude.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 21
Fitzgerald, Father Edward M.:
Columbus, (Ohio)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Fitzgerald writes that he married a couple lately without publishing under these circumstances. Both parties are long and well-known here and known to Fitzgerald as good Catholics. The wife, who had been living in service, left her place. To remain out three weeks for publications would be a great inconvenience, especially in Columbus where there are not boarding houses for young women. Fitzgerald believes Purcell said this was sufficient reason for dispensing, but Fitzgerald did not like to make exceptions before. People are now accusing Fitzgerald of favoritism but the real reason for this is because the parties did not side with the friends of Father Meagher during the trouble last summer, and any act to them will be construed as favoritism. He has married others and no remarks were made. So he wants Purcell to say whether he is right or wrong and it will silence all talk. Fitzgerald does want to help the parties in question but he feels he was not influenced by this in granting the dispensation. He asks Purcell to answer "right" or "wrong" by Telegraph, and the answer will be used to keep from establishing a precedent. Fitzgerald says their schools are well attended since Spring, but several children have been taken away to work. Many of the people are going on West. Sunday Mass is better attended, and many Western emigrants are coming back. The lists of Baptisms are larger than last year. Fitzgerald did not hear from Father (James) Meagher since he (Fitzgerald) wrote last. It is known generally that Meagher has made claims. A few people told Fitzgerald that it was improbable that Meagher would sue but Meagher said definitely that he would if he could not recover any other way. Fitzgerald has suspended all work about the house and church until more is heard about the matter and also because of lack of funds.
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1858 May 21
Lamy, Father George:
Covington, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lamy has not been able to complete the business which brought him to (Rousselon) recently. Mr. Roche and his wife reject (Rousselon)'s propositions. They do not seem to want to talk about the amount of the expenditures made in their house, expenditures which they always said to make. But today they want to be repaid more than is possible. Lamy cannot get Roche to give him a bill to send to (Rousselon). Lamy has reason to doubt Roche's sincerity. What Lamy and Father (Victor) Pivet think they owe for all the time they were at the Roche's would come to 80 piastres. Lamy is waiting impatiently for a servant; has (Rousselon) seen Father S(c)hifferer? The parish seems able to support them once they are in their own house. Will (Rousselon) send a stove for their kitchen.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1858 May 21
Mandine, A(lexius H.):
(Barrens, Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He thanks (Blanc) for sending him here. Having lived in the world where one seeks only his own freedom, everything seemed ridiculous on his arrival and this solitude in which he is now happy, was Hades for him. In no house in France did Mandine find such goodness and charity. Mandine's progress in English is small; he has trouble with pronunciation. He speaks during recreation to the amusement of the students.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {1}
1858 May 23
Beaugier, Father A(nthony):
Ville Platte, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
For almost two months, Beaugier's cousin has not been well; she needs a servant to cook, wash, and iron. Beaugier wrote to Mr. Goubler, concierge at the Archbishop's house; will (Rousselon) see about this matter. He is to send her by the first boat, paying her passage and sending her to Messrs. Carrière and Déboillon at Négreville who will put her in the care of the driver of the stage which goes through Ville Platte on the way to Alexandria. Beaugier will write soon to (Rousselon), the Archbishop and Father Perché. P.S. It is impossible to find a dependable negress here.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - folio - {4}
1858 May 24
Chambost, Father C(harles):
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chambost asks for authorization to buy Mrs. (Matilda) Cropper's property for the college as they would like to build a building 70 by 50 of which the first floor would be for a temporary chapel while waiting for the church. (Blanc)'s presence did much good. The Sisters (Marianites of Holy Cross) could not get the half block next to the presbytery. Chambost would like to buy the block he showed (Blanc) above Dr. Hiriart's; they will be far from the college. If (Blanc) approves they will accept the donation of the presbytery and garden. There is 1500 piastres to pay for the presbytery and 2500 for the garden. The money for the garden is owed to the contractor of the burned college.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1858 May 24
Feltin, Father N(icholas):
Houston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Feltin sends another alms for the orphans with the intention of obtaining grace for a poor soul. Feltin hopes the $5 will reach (Blanc).
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {1}
1858 May 24
Francais, Father (Nicholas):
Charenton, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Francais' revenues are barely sufficient for his support. This year the pews rented for $300; there were no burials or marriages. Mr. Megnard who will bring this will pay Rousselon the two (groups of?) tens of the Propagation of the Faith. He will take Rousselon's commissions for Francais. Rousselon is to send the holy oils. Francais was at New Iberia(?) with the intention of going to St. Martin for them and they were not there. Francais cannot at present pay the $25 subscribed for the episcopal manse; the expenditures for the cemetery and presbytery yard are urgent.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 24
Spalding, M(artin) J. Bishop of Louisville:
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Spalding is just starting on a visitation of the most remote parts of his diocese. He sees that from the Pastoral of the Baltimore Council that the month of the jubilee is to be interpreted as for the whole diocese and not for each congregation as he has been interpreting it. He thinks his is the most reasonable. He is going to use his interpretation, but since the indulgences depend on fulfilling the conditions he desires Purcell's views on the subject. A young man dismissed from Purcell's seminary applied for admission but Spalding will not even answer his letter. The reply is to be sent in care of Father E. J. Durbin at Morganfield.
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1858 May 25
Borgess, Father C(aspar) H.:
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father (Edward) Fitzgerald gave Borgess a copy of Purcell's remarks concerning their troubles. Father (J.B.) Hengehold has told Purcell that the leaders in the odious action were not satisfied with the investigation of the charges but insisted on their removal from their pastorates. On the evening of Hengehold's departure they met and resolved on a new petition. As Hengehold had expressed himself against Mr. Hiles it was decided that he should not sign it although he drew up the petition. Those active in circulating the petition were, besides Hiles, Rochenbeck, the two Boers, Redel, the two Richters, Hock and Freck. They used various tricks to get signatures, even having employers threaten their employees if they did not sign and not showing them the content of the petition. The paper, in German stated; 1. that the investigation of Father Hengehold was partial; 2. that the majority of the people were against both priests and the building of a house. No other person, except the ringleaders knew anymore about it. They meet twice a week in Mr. C. Klatt's cellar. Borgess has been informed by certain persons whom he names, that the petition was signed by "Freemen", nominal Catholics, Protestants and boys from 16 years upward. Pat(rick) Fischer, and others have requested permission to get up a contrary petition to prove that the majority of 10 to 1 is opposed to the other's conduct. Borgess forbade them taking this action. When Borgess was in Cincinnati he did not talk to Purcell about the matter because the archbishop was taken up with the Council. He will return next week to make up his delinquency for the seminary. He is remaining there as he promised Father Hengehold. They report that they will appeal to Rome. The house remains in the same conditions.
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1858 May 25
Duplay, Father:
Lyons, (France)
to Father (Charles) Chambost:
Plaquemine, Louisiana
God has sent Chambost a great disaster; he sends trials to those most dear. Duplay is sending by Father (Claude Marie) Dubuis, vicar-general for Bishop Odin, 200 f(rancs). It is little but they are in straitened circumstances. Money is scarce, there is much misery. Their new seminary is being built little by little, near St. Just Church. They hope to finish the walls this year and put on the roof. May God preserve them from a fire such as Chambost has experienced.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 25
Maréchaux, Father A(ugustine):
Assumption, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Conforming to (Rousselon)'s order in the Propagateur, Maréchaux took up a collection on Pentecost. He collected only $11. He adds 5 piastres which he owes the Archbishop for a dispensation, and sends $20. Maréchaux's chanters created a furor and he has a very good choir. During May he gave a sort of mission. He sends respects to the Archbishop and Father Maenhaut.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 26
Felicitas, Sister M.:
Sondoman(?)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Sister Felicitas will try to write in English. She hopes that God will help her to work in (Purcell's) diocese, as she has left her home, her friends, her diocese with the hope of performing a great work of charity. The Germans are very German. She is Catholic and Americans are the same to her if German, French, Irish or American. She has received a letter from Mrs. (Sarah) Peter who will come to her in eight days and then visit Ireland to speak of the Sisters of Charity of their work in America, and then she and Mrs. Peter will go to Cincinnati. She asks Purcell to bless her and the person who teaches her English, and that (Purcell's) secretary pray for her when he prays for "Mother Peter".
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo - {3}
1858 May 26
Lamy, Father George:
Covington, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
For fear these lines may not reach Father (Victor) Pivet at the Archbishop's house, Lamy addresses (Rousselon). If Father (Matthias) S(c)hifferer speaks of the favor Lamy asked of him, (Rousselon) is to tell him that Lamy has found a servant recommended by Brother Stephen, director of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. Despite the poverty of the living of St. Tammany parish, Lamy believes it will be better to have their own house rather than to board. In spite of the difficulties of being always on horseback to satisfy the six places which all would like to have the priest's house, Lamy has great consolations. Last Sunday he received into the Church a man and three women belonging to the Lutheran and Calvinist faith. Will (Rousselon) send some bottles of sacramental wine. Lamy is still thinking of the Capuchin Fathers; what time would (Rousselon) like to set for Lamy to receive the third order.
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1858 May 26
Roehrenbeck, John:
(Columbus, Ohio)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Reading (Purcell's) pastorals of Feb. 25 and May 20, they believe they were written from candid pious sentiments, but looking at the confusion in the church of Holy Cross, and (they see) how backward the bishop is in fulfilling his promises to those who accuse Father C(aspar) Borgess of the things condemned in that pastoral. They feel that they are answerable for the souls of their children, and bishops and archbishops for their flocks. Instead of removing Borgess, (Purcell) has endangered hundreds of souls. As long as Borgess remains there can be no peace. (Purcell) should be so kind as to come and examine, as he has promised. Borgess seeks to implicate the Archbishop in his faults, and scandalizes Protestants. They are sure that (Purcell) has been misinformed. What is the use of councils if remedies are not applied to evils.
II-4-n - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1858 May 26
W(ood), James F. Bishop of Antigonia:
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) P(urcell):
Cincinnati, Ohio
Wood sends this (amorotype?) in token of his affection.
II-4-n - A.L. Initialed - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1858 May 27
Martinez, R.S.C., Madame Victoria:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc)'s interest will guarantee his pleasure in hearing about Grand Coteau. There are only 73 pupils but their good spirit makes up for the small number. 17 of them are preparing for their First Communion which will take place next Sunday. They envy (Blanc)'s more frequent visits to their Sisters at St. Michael. The little white group is truly small, not more than 7 choir novices. Madame Georgine Freret, (R.S.C.) finished her two years of novitiate on (May) 22. Will (Blanc) give permission for her to pronounce her first vows? They ask the same favor for one of their Coadjutor Sisters. Mother sends her respects.
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1858 May 28
Certes, (Adolphe):
Paris, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The 1854 allocation of the Propagation of the Faith are finished. As announced in his letter of February, Certes sends a draft form (no enclosure) for 500 f(rancs) which with the 4500 received from Father Rousselon brings Blanc's allocation to 5000 (Francs). They are happy that they not had to make any reduction.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 28
Rousselon, Father E(tienne):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father H(enry) Aubert:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Archbishop Blanc grants a dispensation from second degree relationship to Joseph Théophile Villard and Marie Cyralidia(?) Villard.
VI-1-n - D.S. - (Latin) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1858 May 29
Blake, Father James:
Pattersonville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Blake asks for a dispensation for Demifort Roussel and Victoria Charpentier.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (Latin) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1858 May 29
Feltin, Father N(icholas):
Houston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Feltin has just received an alms of $5 the orphans which he sends to (Blanc). He hopes God will bless the person who gives it.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {1}
(18)58 May 29
Grignon, Father M(athurin) F.:
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Pressed on one side for payment of a note amounting to $1089 and directed on the other by Bishop Elder, Grignon has drawn on Rousselon for this sum. Grignon has kept the No. 2 of the bill of exchange and is sending it to the Archbishop in the same envelope.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1858 May 29
West, Douglas:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father Girard, Redemptorist, has informed West that (Blanc) will administer Confirmation on next Sunday. West's sister, Miss Conrad, daughter of F.D. Conrad of Baton Rouge wishes to avail herself of this opportunity. West asks to be informed as to what church and at what hour she is to present herself. Mrs. Conrad also requests a pew on the occasion. (P.S.) His sister's name is Henrietta Conrad and will no doubt adopt the name of Mary at Confirmation.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1858 May 29
Barnabò, Cardinal Al(exander):
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Father Leopold (Bonaventure M. Moczygemba), O.S.F. Conv. Marzygeba, Superior in North America, recently brought a letter from Blanc strongly recommending him. Barnabò escorted him to these offices where he might more easily achieve his purpose.
VI-1-n - L.S. - (Latin) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1858 May 30
Chavaete, Father P.S.:
Woumen, (Belgium)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Chavaete received (Blanc)'s letter of May 1. This year the sum indicated in (Blanc)'s letter will be sufficient. Their establishment is prospering. Chavaete has read in the papers about America's financial crisis which made him understand that their interests would have suffered more or less. He has also learned of the misery caused by the flooding of the Mississippi; he begs (Blanc) to be careful of his health. In Belgium, the Liberals are in the majority just now. The Bishops have forbidden the reading of a large number of newspapers.
VI-1-n - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1858 May 30
Lamy, Father George:
Covington, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lamy received (Rousselon)'s latest letter and thanks him for his interest in their mission. Lamy received the servant which Father (Matthias) S(c)hifferer found for him. (Rousselon) is to send the kitchen stove he bought for them next Wednesday if possible by the Arrow, Captain Hoffman. Auguste knows the place. Lamy told Mrs. Roche what (Rousselon) suggested in his letter but she has not replied. Lamy wants it very much, being ashamed to be indebted to either (Rousselon)'s purse or that of the Archbishop. (Rousselon) is not to forget the altar wine. (P.S.) How is Father (J.M.) Lefranc; when will he return to them?
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1858 May 31
Baraga, Frederick Bishop of Saut-Sainte-Marie:
Saut Sainte Marie, Michigan
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Baraga asks Purcell to forward this letter to Father (John C.) Albrinck as soon as possible, as he does not know where he is. His return voyage was happy and he found all in good order on his return. Next week he will visit the Indian missions on Lake Michigan and will not be back for five or six weeks. Any mail for him is to be forwarded to Saut Sainte Marie.
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1858 May 31
Delacroix, Father C(yril):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Delacroix sends the returns for May (for St. Patrick's Church): receipts from the cemetery and collections; salaries, washing, etc.
VI-1-n - A.D.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1858 May 31
O'Connor, M(ichael) Bishop of Pittsburgh:
Pittsburgh, (Pennsylvania)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father (E.) McMahon had shown O'Connor Purcell's letter enclosing the two letters of Father (James) Meagher. O'Connor cannot think of allowing such a thing to pass from a priest exercising faculties in his diocese. He doubts whether an apology will do. He intends to let him seek his fortunes elsewhere. He puts his dismissal on this ground and he will not conceal from him that this letter affected his conclusion. As to Meagher's statement that O'Connor received him kindly, O'Connor admits this because from what he knew of him and what Purcell said of his conduct in Columbus he thought he could be employed in the diocese if he were really desirous to change. O'Connor first gave him one of the poorest congregations near the city. Then at his request he moved him to the Cathedral pro tem. Lately he was made assistant at St. Patrick's. When Meagher first came O'Connor advised him to apologize to Purcell but did not press the matter, although he did write a letter. O'Connor hoped to change him and hopes his treatment involved no disrespect to Purcell. Having made up his mind to send him away, O'Connor in preparing his distribution of his priests decided to notify him of the decision. He thinks it but right that he give Purcell the full explanation.
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