1858 (Oct.)
Purcell, Most Rev. John Baptist:
(Handwritten account apparently published in the Catholic Telegraph on the occasion of Purcell's silver jubilee).
The Catholic Telegraph and Advocate last Saturday reminds it readers that Oct. 13, 1833 Purcell was consecrated bishop. The article from the Catholic Telegraph and Advocate is quoted. It recounts briefly the history of the diocese under Bishop Edward (Dominic) Fenwick, O.P., and his death. The appointment of Purcell, his consecration and installation at the hands of Bishop Benedict Joseph Flaget is recounted. The coincidence of papal jubilee with his appointments is also noted. A statistical account of the growth of the diocese under Purcell is promised for the next week.
(It is not clear whether this is written for the Telegraph or for some other publication).
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(1858 Oct.)
Victor, M(athilde):
Baton Rouge, L(ouisian)a
Three newspaper clippings announcing the reopening of St. Mary's Academy on October 25, 1858. Details of the courses, building, and terms are given.
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1858 Oct. 1
Kenrick, Archbishop Francis Patrick:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Kenrick offers (Blanc) his sympathy in his accident. The Holy See has given precedency to Baltimore but has given no title of honor. The College is about to be opened. Kenrick has chosen December 12 for a general collection in all the churches in his diocese. A simultaneous effort throughout the United States would furnish a large fund for the College. The dispensation from abstinence of Saturday is continued for 20 years to the province of Baltimore. The affairs of Philad(elphi)a are postponed to the next National Council. Bishop (Richard Vincent) Whelan has arrived.
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1858 Oct. 1
Pabisch, Father Francis Jos(eph):
Cologne, Germany
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father Pabisch writes from Cologne, and since he has met with no great difficulty he will confine himself to a sketch of his trip. Leaving Cincinnati August 30, he went to Niagara Falls, and thence to NewYork where he met Archbishop (John) Hughes, who is interested in the American College at Rome. From there he sailed to Havre. He arrived at Paris September 20. He will not speak of them to Purcell who lived in Paris but he will be able now to understand when others speak of the beauties of France. He speaks of the results of the Napoleonic regime, especially in the restoration of churches, but notes their failure to observe the sabbath. At Brussels he found much the same conditions. At Louvain he called to see Father Kindekins who lives with 15 theologians one of whom is a Kentuckian. Pabisch congratulates Purcell on his silver jubilee.
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1858 Oct. 1
Saucier, Arthur:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to Father Maenhaut to marry E.T. Bernard and Emma L.H. Kernion.
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1858 Oct. 2
Dupuy, Father Enn(emond):
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Dupuy today received (Rousselon)'s letter of September 28. He was glad to receive news about the Archbishop's accident. On September 28 Dupuy met Father (Henry) Riordan at Plaquemine; he gave a bad picture of New Orleans. The yellow fever is worse at Plaquemine than at New Orleans. One of the Sisters (Marianites of the Holy Cross) was taken ill. Dupuy found less religion at Plaquemine than when he left it. Father C(harles) chambost has written quite a few letters to Plaquemine since he left, filled with hideous things. When Chambost left he said he was going straight to Rome to "break" Archbishop (Anthony Blanc) as a stupid old man. Father (Peter) Lucas contributed to Chambost's allegations. Doesn't (Rousselon) think that he should write to Lyons to interdict this conspiracy? Dupuy is not better but no worse in spite of too much work.
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1858 Oct. 2
Kenrick, Francis Patrick Archbishop of Baltimore:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
Cincinnati, Ohio
Kenrick has just learned from the Pittsburgh Catholic that Father (Edward Purcell) has been named coadjutor of Pittsburgh, and he offers congratulations through Purcell. Purcell deserves sympathy for losing his brother's services. The Philadelphia affair is postponed until the next great council. When will this be held? In Compliance with the Roman circular he will have a collection throughout his diocese on Dec. 12 for the American College at Rome. Simultaneous efforts in all the dioceses would raise a large sum. Rome awards precedence to Baltimore but not title or honor. Bishop (Richard Vincent Whelan) goes to Wheeling tomorrow.
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1858 Oct. 2
Vubort(?), Father:
Roanne, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Vubort presents the memory of an old friend and his respects. He asks (Blanc) to give hospitality and protection to Mr. Forge and Mrs. (?) Posturel(?) going to Mobile. Father (Albino) De(s)gaultiére will talk to (Blanc) about them.
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1858 Oct. 3
Argur(i)o, Mario:
Baton Rouge, L(ouisian)a
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Argur(i)o has written to Rousselon several times without receiving a reply. He gave the last letter to Father (Darius) Hubert, (S.J.). Argur(i)o would like to have news of his little daughter and of Mother St. Andrê, (R.U.). He asks Rousselon to have his friends get up a petition to get him out of here. It is very hard for an innocent man in a penitentiary. Argur(i)o has written to his native country and told them to address the letters to Rousselon. He did not let them know that he is in prison. He has been in bad health since he has been here. Rousselon is the only friend he has in the world. Rousselon is to send the letters to Hubert.
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1858 Oct. 3
Juncker, H(enry) D. Bishop of Alton:
Alton, (Illinois)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Being absent, he could not answer (Purcell's) letter of Sept. 23. (Purcell's) reprimand for Juncker's having told M. Cochin of the Society of the Propagation of the Faith that (Purcell) is rich, is curious. Juncker did not meet Cochin. He spoke only to M. Des Glojeux, the president and the secretary and to them he said nothing of (Purcell's) property. He did speak to Mrs. (Sarah) Peter of the things he saw in the German newspapers. He could not say that (Purcell) was starving, but evaded the question by saying that Purcell could make good use of everything he got. Juncker thinks Father (J. N.) Thisse deserves all the troubles about his beard but thinks that (Purcell) should not allow such queer things. He supposes that (purcell) already knows of the Council at St. Louis. Father Edw(ard) Purcell will be his neighbor, if he does not go to Pittsburg. Since, it is thought that Dr. (James) Duggan will not be appointed to Chicago. Father (Thomas L.) Grace is proposed for Chicago, Father Chabeau(?) for Nebraska and Father (Joseph) Melchoir for LaCrosse, Wisconsin.
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1858 Oct. 3
Van Beveren, J(ohn):
St. Mary's College, Kentucky
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Van Beveren wrote in latin a few weeks ago declaring his intention but stating that he would need assistance. St. Mary's College (near Lebanon, Kentucky) teaches only languages, a part of philosophy and several other branches. Van Beveren intends to apply to another institution or to a Bishop who would give him the opportunity to study theology. Van Beveren received no answer to his first letter.
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1858 Oct. 4
Lêdon, Father Denis:
St. Paul, (Minnesota)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lêdon has learned with sorrow of the sickness around Rousselon. The clergy must be overwhelmed in attending the sick. The hardships they are now enduring will make them appreciate the condition of the missionaries in the north, and particularly in Minnesota. If Lêdon were with Rousselon's priests now, he does not know whether his pox would preserve him from the epidemic. He is a little better than last year due to precautions and the long rest and attentions of Rousselon and the Archbishop last winter. They have been several months without a bishop. After the resignation of (Bishop-Elect Anthony) Pelamourgues, the bishops of the province assembled on September 5, had to again deliberate on the three subjects to present to Rome. Their Cathedral is at last under cover but there is much yet to be done to complete it. There is already a debt of $4,500. Father (Augustine) Ravoux, their administrator, asks for 26 ordos for 1859. Lêdon sends his respects to the Archbishop and the other priests of the house. (The letterhead is a view of) St. Paul in 1857.
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1858 Oct. 4
Purcell, John Baptist Archbishop of Cincinnati:
Cincinnati, Ohio
to Father Bernardine Castelfranco:
Minister General of the Order of St. Francis(Rome, Papal States)
Since he has been in charge of the diocese (Purcell) has felt that the Franciscans were destined to accomplish great things for the church in America, as they have in earlier times. Consequently, he was saddened by the decree of the Tyrolese Council recalling the order from America, and heartened by the Minister General's plan for leaving the order in this country. Thus he expects three new Fathers and salutes as angels the two arriving. These Fathers, new working in the Church of St. John the Baptist, unite with him in the following propositions: 1. That they accept the labor of establishing a stable foundation and 2. That the Order in American take firm root so that the members can fulfill their vows. To this end they propose the erection of a college which will serve two purposes, one as a monastery in which they can live the monastic life, and the other, that in the school Catholic youths can be trained in sciences for the religious and clerical state. Having consented to their proposals, Purcell was asked to give then in writing a declaration of this grant of the property turned over to them and he does this on condition that so long if they remain in the diocese, the property cannot be taken from them or converted to other uses. (Purcell) formally declares the transfer and binds himself and his successors to carry out the obligations thereupon imposed, (Purcell) also petitions the Minister General that for the four churches of which the first is that of St. John and the others, St. Bernard and those of Louisville and Hamilton, be formed into a custos and Father Otto Jair, O.F.M. be appointed guardian and be given the right to draw suitable subjects from the Tyrolese province, and that the Minister General give these new subjects obediences for that purpose. There are many youths in the Tyrolean province who are desirous to go to the missions and (Purcell) asks that the Minister General by these means see that they have the opportunity to fulfill their desires and take care that the new mission does not have to be abandoned because of a lack of subjects. Yielding to no one in his zeal, (Purcell) yeilds to the judgment of the Minister General if he has a better way of attaining this end. (This part of the letter was dated: September 8, 1858) He adds for the Minister Provincial that in order that the college and Gymnasium prosper, it is necessary that there be sent to the foundation Priests suitable to act as professors. (Purcell) believes that these obstacles being removed that hinder this mission and aided by divine favor, the new foundation will prosper and he adds his hopes and prayers for that purpose.
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1858 Oct. 4
(Timon), John, Bishop of:
Buffalo, (New York)
to Bishop (Francis P. McFarland of:
Hartford, Connecticut)
Timon has returned from an episcopal visitation and finds McFarland's letter. So far as he knows the only document about the jubilee is the allocutio. Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) published the jubilee under the allocutio alone. McFarland would do well to imitate him. The Holy Father may want to distinguish the special from the ordinary jubilee. The allocutio of Sept. 25, 1857 speaks of the visit of the Pope though his dominions, but it might be better to send the French translation he cut from the letter of the Bishop of Ghent. The rescript of Nov. 1851 merely lists the works to be done. McFarland will find it in his archives.
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1858 Oct. 5
Baxter, Lovell and Co(mpany):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A receipt for $1.10 for freight on the ship Nuremberg from Havre. Signed by L.P. Harang.
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1858 Oct. 6
Bachem, J.P.:
Cologne, (Germany)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
New York, (New York)
Batchem thanks Brownson for sending him the proof-sheets of "The Convert" which he is to publish in Germany. He hopes that the German translation of "Uncle Jack and His Nephew" has confirmed Brownson's confidence in the ability of Bachem to procure satisfactory German translations of Brownson's works. Father Schulenden has the philosophical knowledge to do a fine translation and never sacrifices perfection for speed. They have revised the translation of the work of Father Boyce of Boston due to the criticism of it of which Brownson has informed them. He would be glad to hear of any American Novel like Sadlier's "The Blakes and the Flanagans." Bachem intended to have "Lizzie Maitland" and "The Three Eleanors" translated but he has abandoned the idea because he believes the two works are too controversial to find a proper place in the series of translations he is to publish. He wishes Brownson to inform him if (Levi Silliman) Ives has received the translation of his "Trials" which he sent to Dolman. He also would appreciate knowing if Ives has published any new work.
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(18)58 Oct. 6
Beaugier Father (Anthony):
Ville Platte, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Rousselon) is to express Beaugier's sympathy to the Archbishop. Archbishop (Anthony Blanc) has written Beaugier three letters. The first enjoined him to send away his cousin in 20 days. His cousin has shared Beaugier's misfortune; he must in gratitude share her fate. Beaugier wrote this to (Blanc) about the middle of August. He received a second letter in which he was told that he had 4 months to leave Ville Platte. He quotes from (Blanc)'s letter giving the terms. On August 29 (Blanc) wrote giving Beaugier 2 months instead of four. Beaugier needs time to make collections and pay his debts; he could not leave by November 1. Beaugier has received a letter from Father (Gilbert) Raymond; they have some difficulties to solve. Three years ago Raymond came to Ville Platte; they sought to set the limits of the parishes of Opelousas and Ville Platte. Beaugier claimed he had the old Grande Prairie up to the Voilez(?) home and so the cemetery of Grande Prairie was exclusively Beaugier's. Raymond did not want to consent to that but they ended by agreeing that Grande Prairie and its cemetery would be in common and that each would take the fees few what they did there. Raymond has forgotten that agreement and claims part of the fees for 3 or 4 burials and a marriage which Beaugier performed at Bayou Boeuf, 7 or 8 miles from Beaugier and very far from Raymond. (Rousselon) is to reread Beaugier's letter on this subject and the two Beaugier wrote to (Blanc).
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1858 Oct. 6
(Kenrick), Archbishop Peter Richard:
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Kenrick) offers his sympathy with Blanc's severe affliction of which (Kenrick) learns from the papers. All here sincerely pray for him.
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1858 Oct. 6
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e:
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
John Sêvêrin Hymel wishes to marry Maria Elise Frêgre and asks for a dispensation.
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1858 Oct. 6
Mullon, Father J(ames) I(gnatius):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
After paying the expenses of S(aint) P(atrick's Church) for September, Mullon has on hand $665.50 which he remits. He writes with difficulty; he will give the items any time required.
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1858 Oct. 6
Quigley, Father H(ugh?):
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Father (Edward) Van Paemel, insisting that the horse and buggy were his, has sold them, claiming Lefevere's consent. Quigley considers this rather unusual. He will have to buy a horse and carriage immediately. Fathers (James A.) Hennessey and ( ) La Magie are visitors.
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(18)58 Oct. 6
Ste. Scholastique, (R.U.), Sister:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sister wishes to obtain a written permission to leave the convent and return to Mr. Bradbury's family.
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(18)58 Oct. 6
Ste. Scholastique, (R.U.), Sister:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mother Superior has just given her (Blanc)'s letter. Her name is Margaret Cinoue; When Mr. Brandbury adopted her he gave her the name of Dauphine Bradbury. She made profession October 28, 1852.
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1858 Oct. 8
Forstall, John:
Edinburgh, (Scotland)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Forstall encloses a note (no enclosure) for a gentleman whose address he does not have but who is very well known, being an extensive planter. The gentleman's name is Edmond Forrestall or Forstall.
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1858 Oct. 8
Lamy, Father George:
Covington, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lamy has carried out the Vicar General's instructions. He bought the land and in (Blanc)'s name gave the recorder of the parish $84.50. $75 represents the first half of the purchase and the rest the notary's fee and the registration. Lamy is going to make use of the warehouse immediately for a class of boys which, according to a letter from the Brother Director of the Christian Schools at Montreal was to have begun about 3 weeks ago and which he gave over to a young man animated by a disposition for the religious life. Lamy counts on 6 Catholic children and 3 of other denominations. Others are to join them around the first of next month. Lamy has in view a school along the idea of Bishop Spalding, whose writings (Blanc) loaned him, a good country school where catechism and moral doctrine could be taught along with the other branches of learning. In spite of the jealousy of his neighboring Episcopalian, Presbyterian, and Methodist ministers, Lamy's project has been greeted with admiration. A workshop for girls would complete the work and insure its success. Lamy has been corresponding with the pastor of Jackson, L(ouisian)a who yesterday recounted great success in his work. Lamy hopes to see him at Amite City next month and to announce to (Blanc) the erection of a Catholic church there. At Covington Lamy will soon baptize the father, mother, and little daughter of an Episcopalian family as well as the father and three children of a Methodist family whose mother is a Catholic. He gave 10 catechisms to a Methodist family on Pearl River whose 3 sons are preachers who were made ministers by the Reverend of Covington with the mission to convert Bonfouca. Lamy shares in the sorrow caused by (Blanc)'s accident.
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1858 Oct. 8
Lamy, Father George:
Covington, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
As authorized by (Rousselon) in his letter of the 4th, Lamy bought, in the Archbishop's name, the land and the warehouse, giving the notary $75, half of the purchase price plus $9.50 for registering and notary fees. He is sending the Archbishop a copy of the sale as a guarantee of title. Lamy told the Archbishop that he wished to use a small sum given him, to clear the land and repair the warehouse so he could use it for a boys' school which he had started the first of this month. But today he saw that it was time to work on the posts of the church which had sunk. (Rousselon) is to tell him what to do. Lamy needs the money he advanced; he has other projects to submit; he needs the advice of a spiritual father. Last Monday, Lamy celebrated the feast of St. Francis whose habit he wishes to wear. He will work here as long as the Archbishop wishes but Lamy submits his desire and if encouraged he will apply to the Capuchins. Lamy thinks the young man who keeps the school is of the same mind. Father (Victor) Pivet always seems bored. Lamy hardly sees him; Pivet stays at Mandeville. (P.S.) If (Rousselon) has not given the brothers the Mass stipends, Lamy will get them on his next visit.
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1858 Oct. 8
Lyons, Father Michael:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Having seen an account of Blanc's accident, they express their sympathy. Removed as Father (William) Edwards and Lyons are from Blanc and the scene of their first labors, they can never forget Blanc. The moment when Blanc ordained them will never be forgotten. It also pains them to see the severe visitation of the malady which also devastates the ranks of his priests.
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(1858 Oct. 8)
Edwards, Father William:
(Chicago, Illionois)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They hope that (Blanc) will derive consolation from two who were always proud to be called his spiritual children.
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(18)58 Oct. 8
Marêchaux, Father A(ugustine):
Assumption, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Marêchaux apologizes for sending (Rousselon) his savings in Mexico. He does not dare take the money with him for fear of being robbed a second time. (Rousselon) is to keep them until the yellow fever disappears; Marêchaux will need to go to New Orleans to buy some necessary things. They hope that the Archbishop will soon recover and that they will soon be honored with his presence.
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1858 Oct. 8
Spalding, M(artin) J(ohn):
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cin(cinna)ti, Ohio
Father(Michael)Lawler, who is now at St. Stanislaus College in Covington has asked Spalding concerning his case. Spalding suggests that Purcell unite with him in a petition that Lawler be restored to full faculties since he has fulfilled the conditions laid down by Rome, and seems to be determined to do well in the future. He hopes the answer will arrive in time to save Lawler embarrassment by the loss of his faculties. Spalding is to begin the jubilee on the 17th. He is in for a regular discussion with some preachers on the subject of the public schools, and believes the discussion will do some good. He asks Purcell if he has any certain information on the coadjutor of Pittsburgh. He understands that Father (Edward) Purcell has been appointed. If this is so he congratulates him and Purcell. He hopes that Purcell is well after his long visitation. P.S. He suggests that Purcell send the Lawler petition directly to Rome to speed matters. Purcell's representative would have more weight.
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1858 Oct. 8
Thudas(?), Mrs. O.:
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Thudas introduces Miss Philomêne Joseph who has need of a position; she deserves (Blanc)'s interest. She has just lost her mother. She has been bankrupted of 10,000 piastres by her guardian but since he is her uncle she does not want to prosecute. Thudas is too poor to help Philomêne. Philomêne took care of her mother who was ill for six months and did sewing to pay for medicine and food. She has no relatives here, all are around Thibodaux. If (Blanc) could find someone to collect to send her to her relatives she would be happier. If (Blanc) cannot get the money for her, he is to try to place her with someone.
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1858 Oct. 9
Taft, S.K.:
D(istrict of) C(olumbia), Washington
to Orestes A. Brownson:
(New York, New York)
It is one of the misfortunes of greatness to be annoyed by obscurity; hence Taft knows little of Brownson. He approaches Brownson with no deference growing out of the place Brownson occupies or the honor he has received from men. He has read quite a few articles, all bearing the unmistakable seal of a marked and unyilding identity. He has learned that the powerful intellect behind these articles is Brownson's. He submits the following opinions as true: our public men are a public evil; our political press is demoralized; our public sentiment tolerates party dishonesty. He asks Brownson's opinion on two questions: is the correction of these evils within the power of the editors of the country; would a political magazine conducted in the principle of absolute candor using current practices, have an efficient influence in reforming the practices of political editors?
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1858 Oct. 10
Lafrance, Jean Narcisse:
Quebec, (Canada)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Lafrance received Blanc's letter dated June 21; it reached him only in September. Lafrance is happy to learn that Bishop (Auguste Marie) Martin of Natchitoches will admit him to his diocese and help him to some day become a priest. Lafrance plans to leave at the beginning of November.
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1858 Oct. 10
Lebret, Elise:
Bayou Sara, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
The damages are such that the land could not be used to build a church there as was planned. Now that the person has obtained permission in writing or not, Blanc's word through Father (Charles) Chambost is sufficient to convince him that his claim is in order. Confidence was shaken by the way the affair was handled. But their cause is not entirely lost; Blanc's presence, on a pastoral visit, would convinec the incredulous, and revive the faltering. P.S. Lebret does not know the time planned for Blanc's tour but she presumes that because of his accident the time will be postponed. It will suffice to notify Patrick Doherty or Fêlix Leak(e) who has a list from which he can call the members.
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1858 Oct. 11
Dixon J.K.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to Father Moznan or any priest to marry Michael Kenny and Mary Gafney.
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1858 Oct. 11
Martinez, R.S.C., Madame Victoria:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They were grieved to hear of (Blanc)'s accident. Martinez's mother reassured them a little by telling that she had visited (Blanc) and found him better. They are still on vacation; Reverend Mother thought it prudent to put if off to the 15th. They were spared this year; all were able to make the retreat. On the part of Reverend Mother they ask to admit to first vows 5 choir novices; Laure Freret and Claire Henry are among them.
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(18)58 Oct. 11
Ste. Marie, (R.U.), Sister de:
San Antonio, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They have just heard of (Blanc)'s accident; they pray God to give him patience for the long time to be feared, in view of the place in which his leg is broken. They asks Father Rousselon to give them news of (Blanc). Sister also asks if Father Leopold, a Franciscan leaving for Rome, gave Rousselon a gold watch which Ste. Marie had asked Leopold to have repaired and returned to Father (Claude M.) Dubuis. Their boarding school is not numerous but the day scholars are increasing. Bishop (John Mary) Odin will be here around the first of next month. Dubuis who is here now, sends his respects.
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1858 Oct. 12
Algiers, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
In the interests of St. Barthelemy parish Blanc should be informed of what is going on, especially when their pastor is taken to court and placed on bail.
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1858 Oct. 12
(Joquemet ?), Rt. Rev., Bishop of Nantes:
Bordeaux, France
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He regrets not having replied sooner, due to sickness and absence from his diocese. He refuses to accept money for the two new students being sent from America. There is enough money left from what had been previously sent for two other students, whose money was used only for clothing, books, and necessities. He regrets that one of the older students is to go to Rome instead of staying in Nantes. He asks for prayers and mentions a pact made in 1851 by the two dioceses—Nantes and Cincinnati.
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(18)58 Oct. 12
McLaughlin, Father Peter:
St. Louis, Missouri
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
If a few lines could be written informing McLaughlin how fast (Blanc)'s fractures are healing, McLaughlin would be left with less care. No one has more reason to be grateful to Blanc who was McLaughlin's friend in the evil hour.
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1858 Oct. 12
Ménard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
After two visits to Chicahoula, Ménard gives the state of affairs of the late Father (Rene M.) Pineau and the details about the presbytery. Pineau, considering that the presence of a priest would be more advantageous at Chicahoula than at Bayou Boeuf: 1. because of the extreme ignorance of the Catholics; 2. because of its proximity to Thibodaux; 3. because of the different bayous he could visit, decided to make his residence there. One obstacle presented itself - the building of a suitable presbytery, the residents being poor and not having finished paying for the church. Pineau had $400 and he borrowed what it took to build the presbytery there now. He bought a bit of land adjacent to the church. It was on this land, belonging to him, that he built the presbytery. His death stopped his plan. He hoped to get enough from the subscriptions to pay the $270 debt on the church and 100 piastres on the presbytery property. The next spring he would make another subscription and set aside something from the pew rent and land to be sold for tombs and in that way the land and the presbytery would belong to the church. Ménard proposed to the leading people to form a society with Ménard to buy this property at the auction in November; they seemed little disposed to accept. He does not see the possibility here of buying this property which will sell for at least $1000. The presbytery cost not less than $900, the land $150. Inventory of Pineau's personal affairs was made on Sept(ember) 21; it amounts to $1184 without counting 3 to $400 in notes or accounts. Debts amount to $1150. Pineau had no will. Ulysse Bru, who has a small store at the station, is the administrator. Ménard has written to Father Brêmon, pastor of Chemillê, to inform his mother of Pineau's death. In case they lose the presbytery, Ménard thinks there would be means to build one at Bayou Boeuf; Ménard will go there next Tuesday for a wedding. He asks (Blanc) to grant a dispensation for Louis Pitre and Marie Lirette.
VI-1-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {7}
1858 Oct. 13
Jan, Father A(nge) M(arie):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The news of (Blanc)'s accident so soon after he left them, threw them into consternation. Today they are glad to hear of his recovery. Father (Jean Honorê) Dubernard asks Jan to submit a request to (Blanc). Because of the new responsibility caused by the arrival of his father, Dubernard cannot manage at Pont-Breaux; he would like to be at Plaquemine. Dubernard will leave important improvements at Pont-Breaux and not a cent of debt, thanks to the 3000 piastres he won in the Havana lottery. Since (Blanc) left, Father (Richard) Kane has been under the care of a doctor who has prescribed a severe program. Kane is better. Jan went to New Iberia last Friday. Father (Joseph) Outendirck's fingers are paralysed. Two doctors at St. Martin have said that if he does not take care of himself promptly, he will remain crippled. Jan wanted him to come to his house and be treated. Outendirck almost promised but Jan thinks his idea is to go to the city as soon as the yellow fever is gone. Kane sends his respects.
VI-1-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {5}
1858 Oct. 13
Lamy, Father George:
Mandeville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lamy came to Mandeville and found Father (Victor) Pivet very ill. Doctor Dussau believes it is one of the fevers ravaging the village and countryside. Lamy had to leave him in the care of Mrs. Bouley and Mrs. Roumillac in order to return 20 miles from Covington on the Cinchipaho(?) where he has two sick people in danger of death. He will do all he can for his confrere.
VI-1-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {5}
1858 Oct. 13
Kane, Father R(ichard):
St. Martinville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The day the Archbishop left here, he told Kane to let him know before November, how his health was so that he could place Kane to the best advantage. Kane does not write the Archbishop himself because of his accident. Kane's health has for a long time prevented him from accepting the post the Archbishop offered him. Kane has begun a treatment which the doctors say will take a long time. It forbids serious study and public speaking. Kane is discouraged. He will soon go to the Redemptorists for a retreat which the Archbishop advised; he will ask for a leave of several years to take a long journey. (P.S.) With 23 boils and a plaster on his stomach, it is not easy to write.
VI-1-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1858 Oct. 13
Lauer, O(lympe):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The new of Blanc's accident made them very sad. Now that they have hope of his recovery, they ask him for a few lines through Father Rousselon.
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1858 Oct. 13
McMahon, Father George:
Jackson, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
McMahon was happy to have (Blanc)'s note of encouragement. The travelling is too much for McMahon but he trusts that (Blanc) will be able to send him an assistant. From the register McMahon finds that he has baptized 31; married 5; buried 7. Paschal communicants 95; converts 5; average attendance at Mass in Jackson 150; in Talbany(?) Swamp 90; in Amite 50; in Bayou Sara and Clinton few and fluctuating. Until the advent of a confrere justice cannot be done. Yesterday he was telegraphed for from Woodville to attend a yellow fever case, He set out immediately. He is willing to attend Woodville as he supposes the clergy of Natchez have more than enough to do.
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1858 Oct. 13
Smarius S.J., Rev. C.F.:
St. Louis, M(iss)o(uri)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(New York, New York)
Father Smarius acknowledges Brownson's acceptance of the invitation to lecture before the Catholic Institute. He says January will be a satisfactory time for the lecture. He has written to Chicago and has received no answer as yet, he is going to Louisville, and if there is an answer when he returns, he will write Brownson then. Father Smarius says that the first article in Brownson's October number is the subject of much criticism among Brownson's friends. He is glad to notice that the Civilta has given, a short review of Brownson's "Convert".
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1858 Oct. 13
Timon, John Bishop of Buffalo:
Buffalo, (New York)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Timon believes that Father Serge de Stchoulepnikoff was the victim of rumour gotten up by his enemies, which he believes now to be false. His great fault was his readiness to say harsh things. God has punished him in the order of his faults. Timon thinks he gave him an exeat only for the Dominicans but he is ready to rectify that, so as to make his present situation quite safe.
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1858 Oct. 14
Campbell, Henry P.:
New York, (New York)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
It will be necessary for Rousselon to go to the custom house and swear to the enclosed oath to get the 3 cases for the Convent of the Presentation, (Avoyelles, Louisiana?), (Daughters of the Cross?) which have been detained here so long.
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1858 Oct.
Port of New York:
New York, (New York)
A form to declare for the (Convent) of the Presentation that the articles imported by D. Torrence in the Arabia from Liverpool have been imported for the use of said institution and not for sale.
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1858 Oct. 14
Dixon, J.K.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License is granted to Father Monaghan to marry Patrick Malone and Bridget Dillon.
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1858 Oct. 14
Moreau, (C.S.C.), Father (Basil Anthony):
LeMans, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Moreau will appoint a new mistress of novices (for the Sisters Marianites of the Holy Cross). He recommends to (Blanc) Sister Marie de St. Alphonse Rodriguez who in November is to replace Sister Marie de la Passion as Superior. P.S. Moreau asks (Blanc) to send on the enclosed letter (no enclosure) to its, address and to tell Father (Patrick) Sheil, (C.S.C.) that he cannot hand over his obedience to someone without the agreement of the Superior General and Propaganda.
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1858 Oct. 14
Vignes, H(enriet)te:
Fausse Rivière, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Vignes learned of (Blanc)'s accident but one thing and another prevented her from getting news of him. Marie had the measles but is well now. Vignes had thought to see (Blanc) on his pastoral visit this year but it is beginning to be too late for a visit to Pointe Coupée. She still speaks as a child whose heart has not been changed by circumstances. She sends respects to Father Thirion.
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1858 Oct. 15
Blanc, Ant(hony) Archbishop of N(ew) Orleans:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
He will not attempt to make an apology for not having answered Purcell's previous letter, the second having arrived a few days ago. He planned to write after his last visitation before the sad accident befell him. He was going on board the steamboat that was to take him to New Orleans when the accident occurred, breaking the two front bones of his left leg. Luckily a good surgeon was present and five hours later he was able to continue his journey to N(ew) Orleans where he has been confined motionless until day before yesterday, when it was deemed permissible to be carried to his chair from which he now writes. This is early enough, but he does not know when he will be able to walk. The doctor says he will not be lame. He has been informed that Pittsburg Catholic had announced that Father Edward Purcell had been named coadjutor to Pittsburg. Purcell's letter indicates that Father Edward had not received the documents. Blanc hopes he will accept. He asks Purcell to convey this to his brother. He hopes soon to hear of his consecration. As to Purcell's advice for himself, he considered it judicious and good, but because of something which he can explain only "viva voce", he must ask for prompter aid. This past year has been the most disastrous in the ranks of the clergy. Yesterday Rev. (F.X.) Bazin the young curate at St. Augustine's church was buried and Father (G.L.) DuQuesnay is in a dying condition. (Blanc) cannot tell how many priests he has lost by death or departure. Just now his physician announced that another is very sick, since last Monday. His poor heart is sick, as Purcell can imagine.
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1858 Oct. 15
Foltier, Father E(tienne) J(ules):
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Foltier received (Rousselon)'s letter of October 2 and awaits the Annals. They learned with great sadness of the Archbishop's accident at Donaldsonville. Mr. and Mrs. Etienne Lauer asked Foltier to tell the Archbishop how much they desire his prompt recovery. One talks of the Trappists but Foltier thinks (Rousselon) is worse off. Father Combalot said that the archbishopric is the dark cell of self-sacrifice. St. Joseph's Academy is growing. Although new, Foltier has the same number of pupils as his reverend rival at the Vermillionville Academy, duly incorporated by the legislature under the protection of the scholars of Laf(ayette), Verm(illionville), Calcass(ieu). They say the Rev(erend) is beginning to turn sour and that the public of Vermillionville is serving him very poorly. He would do well to call for aid from all the ministers of Franklin, here for a revival: Rev(erend) Michel, humbug(?) from New Orleans, Rev(erend) Beecham(?) from Texas. This whole battalion of Michel Morins has produced only one thing: the advantage of comedy for the Catholics. The Methodist church serves as a theater. The Academy classes resumed on the 26th. The Superior has poor health but nothing alarming. Why does (Rousselon) put off Sister Albertine, (O. Carm.); she is a good religious. Foltier has given these Sisters (of Mount Carmel) the courses to follow this year. Could not Father Perchê print the arithmetic which Foltier has finished? The Sisters need Fleury catechisms. Meridier's history is too brief. The history of the church initialed F.J.L. is not summarized enough.
VI-1-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {9}
1858 Oct. 15
Koenig, Father J(oseph) A.:
Doniphan, Kansas
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Some months ago Koenig left the Diocese of Newark and went to St. Louis, with the consent of his bishop to join the Jesuits. Because he had already been a member of a religious order he could not be received by the Jesuits. He went to the Priorate of the Benedictines at Doniphan. He found he did not have a vocation for any order and doctors advised him to leave the west and go north. He applies to Lefevere before others to be received into his diocese. He is willing to undergo a trial by living with some other priest for a time, for instance with Father (Edward) Van (Campenhout) Campenhoudt who knows him. His ordination and dimissory letters are in the best order, he has been ordained 5 years, is 32 years old and speaks English, German, and French. (The reply can be directed in care of) Father Augustin, Prior, O.S.B. at Doniphan.
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(18)58 Oct. 15
(Martin), Bishop Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
If (Blanc)'s health does not permit him to reply, he is to have Father Rousselon or someone else let (Martin) know if the Provincial Council will be held on the 3rd Sunday of May as decided at the close of the one of 1856. (Martin) would prefer the last two weeks of February not so much because of the heat but for (Martin) to make his Confirmation tours between Easter and Pentecost. He would like, at the time of retreat, to hold their first diocesan synod. He has asked Rousselon to send him a copy of the synods held by (Blanc) to be used as a guide. (Martin) learns that (Blanc)'s accident has not had the diastrous results they feared. (P.S.) He recommends to (Blanc) their retreat which will open Nov(ember) 23.
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1858 Oct. 15
Ménard, Father
Ch(arle)s:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Ménard had a short conversation with Madame St. Bernard, (O. Carm.) about the music teacher at the convent. Ménard believes that Mother Thêrése (Chevrel, O. Carm.) has never been precisely informed on this subject. At the last distribution of prizes which Mother Thêrése attended, the vocal and instrumental music taught by Mr. Chol was found very inferior. Ménard informed Thêrése before she left so that she could remedy it. Ménard wrote an account of the exhibition and the music to Madame St. Augustin, (O. Carm.). Thêrése wrote from New Orleans that they needed no other music teachers but Chol. Chol turned this to his profit by saying that Thêrése wanted only him. One parent said he had not dared say anything for fear his daughter would not be accepted at the convent; another said he would not place his daughter there unless she took music from another teacher. The Superior said she would give a reply in 3 weeks but it has not come. This morning Mênard told St. Bernard to wait a few more days. It is not a question of putting Chol out but of leaving the parents free in the choice of a music teacher. The success of a Community is not an affair of chance; it demands tact and firmness but not stubbornness. Ménard does not pretend to dictate what should be done; he only wants to give exact information. He wants to protect the convent in his parish. P.S. Ménard has written to the Archbishop about the affairs of the late Father Pineau.
VI-1-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 8vo. - {5}
1858 Oct. 15
W(helan), Father D(avid):
Wheeling, (Virginia)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Bishop(Richard Vincent)Whelan's return being delayed he is in doubt whether he should visit his friends in the east before going to Cincinnati. Purcell is to ask Father Edward Purcell if he received his letter directing him to draw at sight on the bishop and himself for $1,000. Last night he finished the first copy of the Ordo for next year. In a few days he will have a part of the clean copy to send to Walsh and can correct the proof in Cincinnati.
P.S. "Please answer immediately."
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1858 Oct. 17
(Charbonnel, A(rmand) M. de Archbishop of Toronto:
Toronto, Canada
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The council of Trent is not in force in Upper Canada, nor in exceptional places in lower Canada about clandestinity. Perth is in Upper Canada and there in case spoken of by (Purcell) in his letter of 12th was valid. Charbonell was on vacation when (Purcell's) letter arrived. Every Sunday the walls of the churches are placarded with notices against him for being anti-Irish, for having discharged some, for having brought French missionaries. The conclusion is that the Irish people of Toronto should refuse him support. A Father ( ) Fitzheury, O.M.I. is at the head of the move.
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1858 Oct. 17
Maenhaut, Father C(onstantine):
New Orleans, Louisiana
An extract from the marriage register of St. Mary's Church: Maenhaut, in pursuance of a license granted by (J.V.?) Dixon, married Patrick Malone and Bridgitta Dillon in the presence of Thomas Dillon, Thomas Gillooly and Julienu Bodard. Father Rousselon makes the copy on December 13, 1858.
VI-1-o - Copy - 1p. - folio - {6}
(18)58 Oct. 17
St. Stanislas, R.U., Sister Marie de:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The news of (Blanc)'s accident on the return from his pastoral visit grieved them deeply; today they have learned of his prompt recovery. On the 5th the epidemic took one of their Sister who had arrived from France last year. Of the 20 boarders remaining during vacation, 7 are ill. Nearly all the Sisters (Ursulines) are ill; only a few are left to attend them. They have hired seculars to help them. They need two Sisters of Charity to take the place of the Sisters. Fathers (Louis C.M.) Chambodut and (Joseph Anstaett) Anstut are the only priests left to administer the sacraments to the sick.
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1858 Oct. 18
Fitzgerald, Father Edward Mary:
Columbus, (Ohio)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Fitzgerald is happy that this day went by so well. He told the people from the altar that he would believe no one's story but would see for himself before taking any steps. He writes that he spoke to Mr. Mahoney and Mr. Collins today and they signed the protest and said they would go to see Purcell if necessary. Mahoney is Secretary of the Society of the Rosary at St. Patrick's. They had called a meeting and he was about to start when Fitzgerald asked him if he were the one who had read prayers in church. He admitted it and Fitzgerald appointed a new Secretary. Mahoney's reason for reading prayers in church was that the people had assembled after hearing that it was no use for them to hear Mass at the German Church. Mahoney lead the Rosary, as he did every Sunday as Secretary and added the Litanies. He considered this the right thing to do. Fitzgerald asks Purcell if he still insists on Mahoney's coming to see him. Mr. Collins is in a similar position and both men bear good characters. Fitzgerald says there is a good deal of ill-feeling against some members of the Congregation, but he is making the people promise to pray for their enemies. He does not wish to make any change yet as regards the school teacher and organist. He believes that in a few weeks it would be satisfactory to have a Brother of the Holy Cross or of the Christian schools. He hopes the Sisters will be open on Monday the 25th, since the people are anxious for this. Fitzgerald says he is staying at Father (Caspar) Borgess'. He was to see Father (James) Meagher on Saturday evening and tomorrow he is going to see him about the accounts and Books of Records. He hopes God will continue His protection over him as He did today and the joy from last Saturday's confessions make up for any sufferings. He believes he will not find much difficulty at St. Patrick's.
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1858 Oct. 18
Ligeret de Chazy, Elêanore:
Mandeville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
After the death of Father (Victor) Pivet, Ligeret and Miss Morris organized a subscription to pay for the expenses of the doctor and the burial, stating that they would give an account to the Archbishop in order to avoid spiteful gossip. Rousselon is to appoint someone accountable for the receipts of the workers who made the coffin, the brickwork at the church, etc. There is a lawyer here from New Orleans, Mr. St. Paul, saying he was from the Howard Society, who says that the Catholics abandoned their priest and that he alone took care of him. But St. Paul put off all who came. He did not even let Dr. Faget(?), who intended to spend the night there, put on a flannel vest or give him a spoonful of cinchona wine. Mr. Battier wanted to replace St. Pol(!) but seeing that it was useless, he withdrew. Pivet was well cared for; Miss Morris, Mrs. Boulêe, and Mrs. Roumillac did not leave him day or night. Pivet was highly esteemed; the subscription will be filled and over. Miss Morris who, although an outsider has nothing but friends, would be the person to pay these debts and to put an end to all the other collections. If Rousselon does not reply with the authorization they will believe that they must wait. Pivet spent his time visiting the sick and died a victim of his zeal in serving a sick person whom everyone had abandoned. (P.S.) Ligeret believes it would be well to claim for Pivet's mother, his watch and some other articles as souvenirs. Ligeret knows a man at New Orleans who is from Pivet's homeland and who could take them in April.
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1858 Oct. 19
Lamy, Father George:
Covington, (Louisiana)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Lamy is very grateful to Rousselon for the visit of the venerable pastor of Pointe Coupêe (Father Hubert Thirion?). With him, Lamy was able to accept the death of Father (Victor) Pivet. Lamy had never thought that a priest who said Mass every day, baptized and preached would make two priests beg him to make his confession. Lamy will come as soon as he can to open his heart to Rousselon. He does not know what in him angered Privet so much; Lamy did all he could to improve Pivet's position. Lamy had warned Pivet about different things regarding the dignity of a priest; Pivet never forgave him. Lamy would like to have the holy oils which Pivet had. Lamy does not know if he had the 35 piastres that Lamy gave him.
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1858(?) Oct.20
Bertail, Father J.M.:
Paincourtville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The instructions for the Jubilee leave some doubts about the 3 visits of the country people to their parish church. Bertail and Father (Louis A. Marêchaux) Marêcheaux would like to know: 1. if those too far from their parish church could visit a chapel, Canal or Pierre Part; 2. if one could make 3 visits on the same day in the same church. Bertail is glad to hear that the sad news about (Blanc) will not have bad results and he prays for his recovery.
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1858 Oct. 20
Borgess, Father C(aspar) H.:
Columbus, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father(Francis X.) Weninger(S.J.) who has opened a successful mission at Columbus wishes dispensations for two couples who desire to marry protestants. One couple had lived together 14 years in Germany, and have four children one of which has been admitted to Holy Communion.
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(18)58 Oct. 20
Marêchaux, Father A(ugustine):
Assumption, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Widow Foley has about 100 negroes, all Americans all Protestants. When a little negro is born, she has it baptized at Assumption and if it dies young, buried in their cemetery. When they become adults all these negroes declare themselves Protestants in order not to go to church, because at heart they are nothing. Foley wishes to have a cemetery on her property and to have it blessed. In order not to offend someone who frequents the sacraments and has given money for an organ, Marêchaux told her that he did not think it possible but that he would consult his superiors. P.S. The Propagateur gives hope of the Archbishop's prompt recovery.
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1858 Oct. 20
"A Priest":
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
The writer states that he is probably one of many who have expressed surprise on reading "Conversation" in the last Review. He cannot fathom the reason for Brownson's writing it. He feels that education like marriage, cannot be divided into a secular one and a religious one. He refers to the Review, April, 1852, page 238, where it is stated the mission of the Church is to educate. He criticizes Brownson for railing at Colleges (Catholic) for "cramming boys with religious instruction, refreshing their religious sensibilities by retreats, placing the confessional always before them, and a director at their elbows?" Page 460. He feels that the colleges have been humiliated before the eyes of protestants. The remarks of Dieffenback are like what precedes. He would believe that the remarks "were smuggled" into the Review by an enemy of the Faith. He feels bound by his conscience to withdraw his patronage. He also feels that Brownson has lost the influence he once had with the clergy. The only way to re-establish it is to submit the manuscripts before a competent clergyman. He urged Brownson to be humble and to accept advice. Brownson will not repent. P.S. He gives Brownson references in the Review where he may find a refutation to the article mentioned above.
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1858 Oct. 20
Kelly, Michael:
Milngavie, by Glasgow (Scotland)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
He has applied every where and is unable to procure the numbers of the Review previous to 1853. As a last resource he applies directly to Brownson. He wants them for more reasons than he cares to trouble Brownson with, and will pay for them.
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1858 Oct. 20
Spalding, M(artin) J(ohn), Bishop of:
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Spalding has received by Father De Meulder a whole "avalanche" of letters from Father (Peter Kindekens) Kindekins containing copies of correspondence with the (Sacra Congregatione de) Propagande (Fide) and with the (Association for the) Propagation of the Faith. The Sacred Congregation while approving of the American College at Louvain defers granting the privileges asked for until the College will have been in successful operation for some time longer. The Propagation of the Faith promises to grant an increased allocation to all bishops who have students there as well as a special augmentation to Lefevere and Spalding to make up for last year's deficit. Bishop (Louis Joseph) Delebecque of Ghent writes that it is high time to organize the college on a permanent footing. Spalding asks Lefevere to write a joint letter which Spalding will sign asking the Bishop of Ghent and the Archbishop of Mechlin and other bishops to draw up regulations for the college in conformity with the prospectus. Kindekens also sent a copy of the letters between him and Bishop (John) McCloskey which are sufficiently "spicy" on both sides. Kindekens is a little discouraged at what McCloskey says and asks to be relieved from the rectorship after a year or two. Spalding thinks they should encourage him and desire him to continue. He is writing an article for the Guardian on the College. He hopes to receive that letter to Bishop Delebecque containing Lefevere's views. P.S. In a letter dated September 11 Kindekens asks their advice whether he should get up a society for supporting the College with annual subscriptions or merely one payable once for all. Spalding prefers the latter because the former would probably interfere with the Belgian branch of the Propagation and set the Central Councils against the College. He asks Lefevere's opinion.
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1858 Oct. 21
(Castelfranco)O.F.M., Father Bernardine, Minister General:
Rome, Papal States
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father Bernardine acknowledges Purcell's letter of September 8. Not only he but the whole order are very grateful for the fine things he has said of the Franciscans. Father Bernardine in his desire to see an increase in missions, thinks that what Purcell asks should be granted and he will treat further of these things with the Patres Definitorii gentis, who are absent from Rome, as soon as they return. In the meantime while awaiting a more certain answer he prays to God to prosper the Archbishop.
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1858 Oct. 21
McSweeney, Father John Fran(ci)s:
Marion, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Father McSweeney congratulates Purcell on his silver jubilee. Father(Patrick)Guilfoyle of Newport, Kentucky is visiting him after preaching the jubilee at Newport, and McSweeney wants to use the opportunity to visit Bellefontaine next Sunday with Guilfoyle's assistance, provided Purcell approves. They have cleared $700 from the debt on the Bellefontaine Church. He has added other church equipment. He wishes to open the jubilee in Marion on the 31st, and has secured 2 7/10; acres for a cemetery and placed it under Purcell's name. P.S. He has children and adults in Marion to the number of 60 or 70 for confirmation, but has had little success in Bellefontaine. Purcell can come to Marion to give confirmation any time it suits him.
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1858 Oct. 21
Markoe, William:
St. Paul, Minn(esota)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Markoe is a reader of the Review and a convert to the Church. He was educated for the ministry at the Episcopal General Theological Seminary in New York, and after six years as a minister he was converted together with his wife and children into the Catholic Church by Father Everett of New York in 1855. He inquires in regard to a position taken in an article of the last number of the Review, entitled "Alice Sherwin and the English Schism". He says the aim of the author was to show that members of the English Church had not a complete idea of the indispensableness of the Pope to the being of the Church; and therefore when they broke with the Pope they did not see themselves as breaking with the Church, Markoe says this is hard for him to believe. Every Catholic knows the teaching of the Church to be infallible, and knows what his duty to God and to the Church requires of him; so that the Church can never lead him astray. Markoe asks if it was possible for a whole nation, including Bishops and Archbishops, to be ignorant of this teaching of the Church, to separate from the Pope and think themselves united to the Church. This is something to be understood only by assuming that all these Catholics, including many men of great intelligence and honorable character, did not faithfully believe in the essentially Papal constitution of the Church. If this is true then the guardians of the faithful had not instructed them truthfully and completely. If those people who adhered to Henry VIII were truly represented as intelligent and of honorable character by the author, then Markoe says it can be explained only by supposing either that the foundation of Christianity is doubtful, or that the Church, by an omission in her teaching led her children astray. The Anglicans hold to the former position, and the article on Alice Sherwin seems to admit that they are right. He is a steady reader of the Review, but this article startled him. He knows well the Anglican position because it was his own believing in it that kept him away from the Catholic Church so long. It was only on reading Collier's Ecclesiastical History of Great Britain that he realized that the Reformation has been imposed by absolute force and brutal bullying. He knows Brownson is well acquainted with that period and asks if he can find time to answer his difficulty; how a national church, whose authorities bear the high character given them by the author of the article on Alice Sherwin, can apostatize from the Church without knowing it, and the fault not be in the Church herself. As a further introduction to himself, Markoe refers Brownson to his two sons in St. Paul, whom Markoe has known for some years past.
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1858 Oct. 21
Ménard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Ménard received (Blanc)'s letter of the 14th; it did him much good in his sadness over the death of Father (Rene M.) Pineau. The loss of the priests in the epidemic, (Blanc)'s accident have made 1858 a bitter memory. Ménard arrived last night from a tour of Bayou Boeuf, Bayou 1'Ours, Brashe(a)r City and vicinity. He took advantage of Father (Amêdêe) Beccard's visit to go away for two days. Everywhere he went he heard regrets over the loss of Pineau, he was much esteemed. Ménard visited several American families; they did not seem so bigoted as in other localities. Ménard is convinced that the people of Chicahoula are stronger than those of Bayou Boeuf and that a priest would be more useful there. And he could easily go around on the train. The difficulty is to buy the presbytery which would assure the success of an established parish. (Ménard outlines a plan by which this could be accomplished). The debt on their church is around $270. Ménard wrote to Father Rousselon last week but has not yet received an answer. A number of parents have asked for an other music teacher (Alexandre Henri Michél) Fourrier, instead of Mr. Chol who up to now has had the monopoly. Mother Thêrése (Chevrel, O. Carm.) has rejected the proposition; Méard believes that the Mother figures that it is a plot against Chol. This is contrary to rule; there are 3 music teachers at St. Michael. The supervision would be the same, the teacher would give his lessons in the presence of a Sister. Ménard sees no more difficulty in supervising Fourrier who is blind than Chol with two eyes. One American, Mr. Shewing(?), a Protestant living near Bayou Boeuf said he would withdraw his daughter from the convent if Fourrier did not teach her. The daughter is a Catholic and attended Grand Coteau. If she leaves she will probably be placed in a Protestant boarding school. Chol has not satisfied some parents; Fourrier is known favorably. The house receives $3 a pupil; the other $5 is for the teacher. Just now there are 10 pupils taking music; another teacher might double that number. If Rousselon has not answered Ménard's letter, Ménard asks (Blanc) to intervene in favor of the convent.
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1858 Oct. 22
Cautrelet, S.J., Father F(rancis):
Spring Hill, (Alabama)
to Father E(tienne) Rousselon:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Gautrelet received Rousselon's letter about (Jean) Mathieu. This young man is a little peculiar as Rousselon knows, and he says it is impossible for him to say the office. Also Mathieu has a sprain which has kept him to his room for a month and a half. (John D.) Portes and (Philibert) Gutton have been ordained subdeacons. Portes was ordained Deacon on the 18th and will probably be ordained priest soon. Gautrelet will await further orders on Gutton. Perhaps Gautrelet will go to see Rousselon at the end of the month and will talk about Théodore) Forest. Sickness has left many vacancies. They hope for a speedy recovery for the Archbishop. Father (Peter) Imsand. (S.J.) was taken with the yellow fever at Mobile.
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1858 Oct. 22
Duplantier, G(uy):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to Father Mascaroni to marry Marco Mezettu and Rose Noveri. (In Father Rousselon's hand): Married November 26.
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1858 Oct. 22
Maenhaut, Father C(onstanti)ne:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Archbishop Anthony Blanc grants a dispensation from the two banns for the marriage of Mark Mezetta and Rose Noveri.
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1858 Oct. 22
Van Erp, Father F(rancis) J.:
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
Detroit, (Michigan)
Van Erp acquaints Lefevere with the arrangements between himself and (Father) H(ugh) Quigley. For peace sake, he had given Quigley charge of the missions of Grand Rapids, making him as it were, parish priest and Van Erp a mere assistant. For this sacrifice, Quigley promises him $400 a year, a big sum! Van Erp learns from Father (Isidore) Lebel that Lefevere understands that Van Erp is to go to Grand Haven. Van Erp had asked for the change two years ago when prospects were promising; now the population has decreased, three-fourths of the mission speak a language in which he cannot give instruction - French, German, Indian. If Dearborn or Dexter is vacant, he would be glad to go there.
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(18)58 Oct. 23
Mathieu, J(ea)n:
Spring-Hill, (Alabama)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mathieu cannot respond to (Blanc)'s invitation. It pains him not only because of the decision (Blanc) has made not to keep Mathieu at his expense any longer but because his heart reproaches him for having responded so badly to (Blanc)'s plans. However he will not give up his plan to one day become a priest. He asks (Blanc) to indicate what he must do in order to remain firm in his disposition. He hopes for (Blanc)'s prompt recovery.
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1858 Oct. 24
Chambige, Father F. St. Thomas(Seminary):
(Bardstown, Kentucky)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
Chambige writes that all the clergy and laity of his province are jubilant on Purcell's twenty-fifth anniversary of episcopacy and all extend their love and devotion to him. They will all pray for him, particularly Chambige, himself, and his charge, the Seminary of St. Thomas.
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1858 Oct. 24
Purcell, Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist):
(Stonelick), O(hio)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Everyone who heard of Blanc's mishap on board the steamer was afflicted; everyone rejoiced at his recovery. Blanc was very good to manifest so much kind interest in Purcell's brother (Father Edward Purcell). (Edward)'s bulls, at Blanc's nomination, were made out, as Father James O'Connor lately told, for Natchez but cast into a drawer when the new names were sent on by Blanc's synod. Natchez could not be better provided for than it is now by Bishop (William Henry) Elder. The bulls for the coadjutorship of Pittsburgh have not yet arrived but Cardinal Barnabo says they only awaited the formality of being presented to the Cardinals in consistory in September. (Edward) has not intimated whether he will accept; Purcell has heard he will not. Coadjutors are everywhere at a discount. Bishop (James Frederick) Wood is not satisfied with his position in Philadelphia. Bishop (James) Duggan would like to leave St. Louis and is nominated first for Chicago, Purcell's brother second. Father (Thomas L.) Grace of Memphis is first for Min(n)esota; Father (Joseph) Melcher for the proposed see of La Crosse, Wisconsin. Bishop (Richard Pius) Miles came to their Cincinnati Synod and then went to St. Louis to get a coadjutor, the Dominican, Father (Richard) Raymond Young, grand nephew of Bishop Edward Fenwick. He was strongly recommended by both but Bishop (Josue M. Young) of Erie has made statements which have been sent to Rome which are likely to set him aside for some time: an act, not a habit. Bishop (Armand) Charbonnel is annoyed by placards posted on the walls of Toronto calling on the Irish Catholics not to support him. It is the doings of an ex-Oblate Father Fitzhenry. Purcell is here at St. Philomena's giving Confirmation today for a poor Clermontese priest, one of the faithful band that came with Purcell in 1839. Bishop (John Baptist) Lamy, one of whose priests, Father (Stephen Avel) was lately poisoned by another, a German, at the altar, (paper torn, word indecipherable). Lamy was sad when he last wrote on his return to Santa Fê. The German priest, now in jail, was a refugee at N(otre) D(ame), South Bend. The Bishop of Alton, when Purcell visited him last Friday, is well and working hard on rocky soil. On his way Purcell prayed over the remains of Bishop Brutê at Vincennes. In two years Blanc will celebrate his silver jubilee. He has more reason to rejoice at the result than Purcell has. (P.S.) The Pope has refused the question of the diocese of Philadelphia to a Plenary Council and the Synod of St. Louis has petitioned for the holding of one.
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1858 Oct. 25
Mazenod, Father:
Thel, France
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
When Father Auguste Chambost of Thel left for New Orleans he took with him a young man of Mazenod's parish, the son of a poor widow. Chambost promised to have him educated; it seems he became only a servant. Also Chambost left him at Plaquemine. The mother wants her son. The Association of the Propagation of the Faith in Mazenod's parish, 1200 souls, pay 800 (francs?). How is the money used? It is of utmost importance that Michel Deal(?) be sent back. Mazenod has written to Father Bouê of Ainay to see about it. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs is going to be asked to see about it. (Blanc) may not remember Mazenod but they were in the seminary together at St. Irinêe Feuillets.
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(18)58 Oct. 25
(St. )Louis Gonzaga, (R.U.), Sister:
Montpellier, (France)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Sister's Aunt Irma has told her in a letter today about Blanc's accident on September 18, which broke his leg. She is always uneasy when she knows that he is on a steamboat. Father Rousselon can give her news through her aunt who says that Blanc could not read her last letter because of her handwriting. Toward the end of August, Father (Claude Anthony) Tholomier arrived at Montpellier. She is glad to see some one from her country. Tholomier told St. Louis that she was the Archbishop's spoiled child; their chaplain and Mother said they were sure of that. Tholomier left that evening to rejoin at Marseilles the group which is to go to the Holy Land. On his return he intends to stop at Rome, then with his family at Besancon and finally to sail for New Orleans toward the month of March. Her life here is always calm; here there is only peace and charity. She has seen the brilliant comet which has appeared for several days. Its tail seems very long but it is far from equaling that of 1811 which their older Sisters saw. Its tail was 36,000,000 leagues long. Crops are bountiful, especially wine. Sister says goodbye to Blanc and to Father Rousselon. Their Mother sends her sympathy in Blanc's accident.
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1858 Oct. 26
Chalon, Father G(abriel):
Mobile, (Alabama)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bishop Portier is going to make them a visit; Chalon will ask him to present his thanks to (Rousselon) for his trouble about their box. Chalon incloses $8.20. The fevers have abated a little. Chalon regrets the losses afflicting (Rousselon).
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1858 Oct. 27
Cambiaso, S.J., Father J(ohn) F.:
Mexico
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
When Cambiaso saw Blanc on the last day of December, he counted on returning to Louisiana after 4 to 5 months of visiting Mexico. He had made arrangements with Father Curioz to spend 2 or 3 months in their establishments in the west to perfect his English. After 10 months he is just as far as the first day. He came here to see how they could establish a house here but political events do not permit anything lasting. Rome has the illusion that soon all will end favorably. Jealousy and apathy prevent a solution to the difficulties. While waiting, Cambiaso has used his forced inaction by studying, having a good library at his disposition. Not being able to attend the reunion of November 22, Cambiaso sends his best wishes to Blanc, his confreres and friends and to Father Rousselon. (On the address side of the letter): Received Nov(ember) 13, 1858 through F(erdinan)d(?) de Fuentes and Co(mpany).
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1858 Oct. 27
Dubuc, Ant(hony):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
As secretary of the trustees of St. Louis Church Dubuc informs Blanc of the resolution passed at their meeting on October 27. Mr. Gardére presented the following resolution which was adopted unanimously: The appointment of Father (Constantine) Maenhaut as pastor of the Cathedral replacing the late Father Duquesnay is unanimously adopted.
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1858 Oct. 27
Gutton, Philibert:
Spring Hill, (Alabama)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They were grieved to hear of (Blanc)'s accident. Gutton names the treatises he has studied since coming to Spring Hill and the ones still to do. According to (Blanc)'s wish, Gutton received the subdiaconate on Rosary Sunday and recently they had a retreat after which (John D.) Portes received the diaconate. Gutton has always desired the ecclesiastical state. Not being able to begin his studies until very late, he thought of showing his gratitude to God by dedicating himself to the missions. Father Vincent, Mathieu's director at the seminary proposed that he accept the opportunity presented by Father (Claude Marie) Dubuis. Gutton can say it leads him to (Blanc)'s direction. (Blanc)'s numerous losses are perhaps the cause of a call not far off for ordination. Gutton asks (Blanc) to let him know how long it will be in order to plan his work.
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1858 Oct. 28
Austin, (D.C.), Sister Mary:
Albany, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Austin read in the Catholic Standard of (Blanc)'s restoration after his accident. They are now making the Jubilee. She hopes health is being restored to the South. Health prevails here except the many cases of consumption. She does not often hear from their Sisters (Daughters of Charity) in New Orleans.
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1858 Oct. 28
Dragouve, E.:
Pointe Coupêe, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Knowing that Father (Hubert) Thirion, his former director at Poydras College, is now at the archbishopric, Dragouve asks (Blanc) to give him the enclosed letter (no enclosure). He asks for Thirion's influence in finding employment as a professor. Dragouve was sorry to hear of (Blanc)'s fall but happy to hear of his convalescence.
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1858 Oct. 28
Dubernard, Father (Jean Honorê):
Pont Breaux, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Dubernard's father arrived safely; he told Dubernard of all (Rousselon) had done for him. Dubernard has told his father of the dangers. Dubernard regrets very deeply the accident which befell the Archbishop.
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(18)58 Oct. 28
Ménard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Ménard has received (Blanc)'s letter about the church at Chicahoula (Chacahaula) and the music for the convent. Ménard was in error about the choice of teachers; the choice was no doubt left to the parents. Just now there are only 10 pupils for music. Mother Thêrése (Chevrel, O. Carm.) will arrange things as she thinks best. A letter from a Sister at the convent at New Orleans stated "Mother Thêrése has a Breton head and will not change Mr. Chol." When things seemed too bad, Ménard wrote to Father Rousselon, their Superior. Ménard was told not to get mixed up in the affairs of the convent. Since then he has kept absolute silence except when he wrote (Blanc) and Rousselon about music. Ménard plans to take a trip to Chicahoula about the subscription for the loan. He will let (Blanc) know, perhaps in person. Father (Rene) Pineau's auction will not take place until November 30.
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1858 Oct. 29
Duplantier, G(uy):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License is granted to Father Rousselon to marry Louis Seraphin Chiguetin(?) and Mrs. Anna Brannen, widow of John Poumye(?).
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1858 Oct. 29
O'Connor, Michael Bishop of Pittsburgh:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
O'Connor tells Purcell that upon returning home last night he found a letter from (Father Edward) Purcell saying he could not bring his mind to accept the responsibility of going to Pittsburgh. O'Connor believes that the regular appointment should be sufficient and asks Purcell's aid to influence his brother. He admits the position is not worldly or important but a sacrifice and a responsibility to be accepted. He admits that being Coadjutor has its disadvantages but also its advantages. O'Connor cannot take care of the Diocese and needs his help. Purcell's brother said he was unwilling but would be guided by Purcell's advice. Cardinal Barnabo complained of O'Connor's making appointments which were declined and says he should ascertain the reply before sending on names. The rejection is not only slighting O'Connor but also the Holy See. After a former failure, Rome will be displeased if the bulls should be sent back in this case. O'Connor says that he believes Purcell's brother will be more willing if he looks at this more carefully. Rome will probably press the appointment and demand explanations. And to send back the bulls will only cause an unpleasant correspondence. The Pope and the Propaganda are already angry on the subject of resignations in this country. The rejection may cause scandal. O'Connor begs Purcell to influence his brother in accepting. He will anxiously await the final reply of Purcell and his brother.
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(18)58 Oct. 29
(Timon), Bishop John:
Buffalo, (New York)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Ever since seeing (Blanc) in Rome, (Timon)'s conviction has grown stronger that an American College in Rome, if not under the discipline of some religious body, may do them little good. Lately the Irish College in Paris had to be shut up; much scandal was given. (Timon)'s view is to confide the discipline, morals, etc. to say the Lazarists and let the youth be taught by the same Fathers or frequent, as do the Irish and English Colleges, some other college for Philosophy and theology. (Timon) was much grieved at hearing of (Blanc)'s accident; he hopes he is restored to his wonted health and activity. What a joy it would be if (Blanc) could pass some days or weeks with them.
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1858 Oct. 30(?)
Berthaud, Father F(rancis):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It is urgent for Berthaud to take a rest and a change of air. He has never fully recovered from his second illness and his work at the Cathedral gives him no rest. Since Father Duquesnay's death Berthaud has been very weak and bilious. Dr. (Charles) Faget has advised Berthaud to take a trip to Havana. If this is agreeable to (Blanc) Berthaud will leave after All Saints in order to be back for the time of the Jubilee. Father Maenhaut to whom Father Bouê spoke of Berthaud's health, would agree to an absence of one or two weeks. Berthaud fears that would not be enough.
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1858 Oct. 30
Delahoussaye, S.:
Franklin, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Delahoussaye has been asked by his mother, Mrs. U(rsin) Perret and other Catholic ladies to write to (Blanc). Several weeks ago when Father (Nicholas) Francais called on them in (Blanc)'s name, he told them that (Blanc) would send them a new priest on condition that they collect a sum sufficient for all his needs. Steps were taken immediately, a room was rented and funds are available for his board. Francais said he had written to (Blanc) but had no reply. The church has no debts and as soon as the pastor comes they will build a presbytery which could be done in January. The ask (Blanc) to let them know his intentions.
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1858 Oct. 30
Goesbriand, L(ouis) de Bishop of Burlington:
Burlington, V(ermon)t
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
De Goesbriand hopes that Purcell has not doubted his attachment to him. He comes then to tell Purcell of his joy in reading the Catholic Telegraph of October 23. While he was not there he was united in heart and unites with all Purcell's other children in praying God to reward and preserve him. He will not say more now, since Purcell must be tired of compliments, but felt that he had to write something. P.S. Has Father Edw(ard) Purcell accepted the dignity of which he is worthy.
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1858 Oct. 31
Baraga, Frederick Bishop of Saut-Sainte-Marie:
Saut Sainte Marie, Mich(igan)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
A difference having arisen between Baraga and the Jesuits, he asks Purcell's opinion on the matter. They have four Ursuline Sisters living in a house near the church. They are not cloistered and come every morning to Mass in the church. Sometimes when Father(August) Kohler, S.J. from Garden River is here he says Mass for them in a room specially prepared with Baraga's permission. In this room he used to keep the Blessed Sacrament for adoration for the Sisters. Baraga told him this was not allowed. He was unwillingly to remove it, and so was Father (J.B.)Menet, S.J., the other priest living there. Baraga insisted and the Blessed Sacrament is not kept there any longer, but the Jesuits say it should be. The Superior of the Jesuits has concluded to withdraw them from the Saut next August because he needs them for the Canadian missions. Baraga is sorry because he cannot find a French priest. All that apply are German or Irish.
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1858 Oct. 31
Fitzgerald, Father Edward M.:
Columbus, Ohio
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Fitzgerald sends Purcell ten dollars for the Orphan Asylum at Cummunsville. He is improving his church at Purcell's suggestion and wishes to buy a twelve-hundred dollar organ to replace his old inferior one and wants Purcell's agreement. The organ is to be made by Gemünder of Springfield, Massachusetts. He expects to pay for the organ by subscriptions, of which he already has two hundred dollars, and by proceeds of sacred concerts given annually. He says he has about 132 boys and 175 girls in his schools. None of the children go to the common school with one exception and Fitzgerald is looking after him especially and giving him Catechism instructions every day. Fitzgerald has secured a good teacher, Brother Edward, past director of St. John's Schools in Cincinnati. Fitzgerald is hoping that party dissension has been forgotten and that the Mission or Jubilee will finish any bad feelings. He hasn't succeeded in getting missionaries to preach the Jubilee although he has written several times. He asks Purcell if on his visitation he is near there during the Mission, would he please honor them by his presence. Purcell promised him this when he sent him to this Mission.
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1858 Oct. 31
Perrin, Father Nicolas:
Kaskaskia, (Illinois)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Perrin has decided to leave Kaskaskia and asks (Blanc) to give him a post in the country. He is leaving soon.
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