(18)59 Jun.
Maignan, V. and E.:
(New Orleans, Louisiana?)
Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Receipt for $3.30 freight and primage from Bordeaux on the "Minerva." (On the back in Rousselon's hand): (Father Jean Baptist) Avenard, Signed by A. d'Aquin.
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1859 Jun. 1
Barnabo, Al(exander) Cardinal:
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
No. 7. Since in the month of November the new North American college in Rome for the diocese of the United States is to be opened to students, the Sacred Congregation in full assembly decreed on May 9 that the Archbishops of the United States in council with their suffragans should propose the names of three priests from whom the Sacred Congregation would choose the new rector. While the Sacred Congregation reserves the naming of the rector to itself it is important that the bishops give this information so that a suitable person be chosen. The Archbishop of Baltimore is to act as a center for this information. Archbishop Cajetan (Bedini) of Thebes signs as secretary.
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1859 Jun. 1
Barnabo, Al(exander) Cardinal:
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
No.9. As the Congregation announced last August 15 a North American College in Rome for the dioceses of the United States in a house purchased by the Holy Father will be opened in November. Certain difficulties had to be overcome, especially as the house had been occupied formerly by soldiers and the building had to be repaired. Now there remains only the provision of a rector and to fill it with students. In a letter of May 9 the Congregation asked for the election of a rector and the provision of students. To obtain the best results from the money collected care should be exercised that only youths suitable for the ecclesiastical state be sent to Rome. But since so much money had to be spent on the repairs, only those youths should be sent who can pay the $150 for their support. However since in the future they hope to receive students free of charge, they ask that the dioceses concerned ask the faithful to give further support. Each diocese is to assign one or more priests to collect these funds. This should be done in such a way that the diocese that gives more money can have more students educated free of charge. As to the rector the Sacred Congregation is writing they will all agree on one man. Archbishop Cajetan (Bedini) of Thebes signs as secretary.
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1859 June 1
Certes, (Adolph):
Paris, (France)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Certes thanks Lefevere for the information about the succession of Father Gabriel Richard. He sent it on to Father Richard's nephew Charles Richard who had sought the information and who thanks him for it. The nephew wants further information about the death of the uncle and of his intentions. The motives are very respectful and touching. The family feels that they may owe some restitution. This is the kind of person whose appeal may not be ignored and Certes will be happy to be of service in further researches and in communicating the results to the family.
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1859 Jun. 1
Lecuru, Father E.:
St. James, (Louisiana)
to (Father Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. Roussel is to give the Archbishop $65 for the American Seminary at Rome. He also is to ask for the Holy Oils for their parish.
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1859 Jun. 1
Odin, Bishop (John) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
(Fragment). Odin is to pay Blondeau…(In another hand): "3000 francs. February 1851. It is entirely paid." (In the New Orleans collection).
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1859 Jun. 1
(Soleau, I.H.M.), Sister Mary Rose:
Vienna, (Michigan)
to Father (Edward Joos):
(Monroe, Michigan)
Sister Rose (of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary) has seen his letter of yesterday morning. It is impossible for her to answer his question without further consultation. She therefore begs to be excused until she receives more light on the matter.
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1859 Jun. 2
Barnett, John P.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License to Father J.(M.) Morisot to marry John Lafitte and Mary McDonald.
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1859 Jun. 2
Byrne, Bishop Andrew:
Little Rock, (Arkansas)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Blanc's favor brought the news of the death of Bishop Portier. Byrne would like to visit Blanc before he leaves for Ireland. If he does not reach Blanc about the 9th he will be in Helena preparing for his trip. For names to recommend to Rome for Mobile Byrne suggests Bishop (William Henry Elder) and to fill Natchez: Father James Andrew Corcoran of Charleston; Father Patrick Stanton, Commissary O.S.A., Philadelphia; Father William Starrs, Vice-General, New York, whose name was slandered by some mistake. His archbishop pronounced the charge false; it was stealing an old pair of shoes some 30 years ago in Maynooth. The person who stole the shoes lives in Madison, New Jersey. Byrne must soon look for a coadjutor and would take any of the clergy here mentioned.
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1859 Jun. 2
Crenan, M.R.:
Jackson, L(ouisian)a
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Crenan does not know the exact whereabouts of Father (George) McMahon. McMahon wrote a week ago from St. Helena. McMahon spent from last Friday to Monday at Crenan's house but did not say Mass Sunday. As regards McMahon's letters, they are safe in the hands they are now in. If they are important he has leisure to go and receive them.
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1859 Jun. 2
Joos, Father Ed(ward):
Monroe, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan)
Following Lefevere's wish Joos has made known at the Bay that all correspondence will cease with Susquehanna. He encloses (no enclosure) the letter received in reply. Here all except the schoolmaster are well disposed. (P.S.) When Joos was at Detroit Sister Magdaline had just written to the Sisters (Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary) to urge them to leave here as soon as possible. Joos asks Lefevere what to do.
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(18)59 Jun. 2
Pellicer, Father A. D.:
Montgomery, (Alabama)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Pellicer received Blanc's letter of May 26 announcing the death of his Bishop (Michael Portier) and renewing Pellicer's faculties. Pellicer was out on his paschal missions at Camden, Selma, and Montevallo. They can hardly hope to get another Bishop who will prove as dear and affectionate. They are honored that Blanc is their administrator.
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1859 Jun. 2
Roduit, S.J., Father J(oseph):
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana
Although the death of Bishop Portier will add to (Blanc)'s duties, Roduit hopes (Blanc) will come to the distribution of prizes on August 20. Roduit would like five or six weeks advance knowledge of (Blanc)'s pastoral visit if possible. There would be few Confirmations at the chapels. When their agent paid last year's expenses Roduit meant to send (Blanc) $100 for the episcopal revenue. But there was insufficient money; he hopes to pay later. (St. Charles) College is going well. They have about 100 boarders and 50 day-pupils. Father (Ange Marie Felix) Jan (?) has had trouble recovering, and Father (Anthony) de Chaignon has been at his house for more than six months. Roduit believes that he sent (Blanc) those ordination papers last vacation; to be sure Roduit sends them in this letter and asks for their ordination papers. (P.S. Details and dates of) the ordinations of Father David McKiniry, Father Joseph DelaCays, and Father Nicolas Simon.
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1859 Jun. 3
Nichols, T(homas) L.:
New York, (New York)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Nichols encloses (no enclosure) the prospectus for his lecture series and asks Blanc's prayers for its success.
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1859 Jun. 4
(Harrison), Sister St. Pierre:
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Blanc has no doubt found it strange not to have a letter from her in the 4 months she has been here; her duties have prevented it. Their Bishop's departure leaves her all alone in the management of the house. She asks Blanc's prayers and guidance.
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1859 Jun. 4
Smith, C.M.:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisiana)
Smith asks a question about William Will of New Orleans, who wants to marry Smith's daughter. She is a graduate of Nazareth and a Catholic.
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1859 Jun. 4
Spalding, B(isho)p M(artin) J(ohn):
St. Mary's College, K(entuck)y
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Spalding received Blanc's letter of May 28. Bishop (Michael Portier)'s career was long and laborious. Spalding concurs in the opinion as to Father (Peter J.) Lavialle's superior merit. He has many of the qualities suitable for the mitre. Spalding would regret to lose him; he does not know how they would conduct the college without him. In another year they hope to place the College in the hands of a regular body. If Blanc would wait a year, Spalding could better spare Lavialle as Blanc's coadjutor. Spalding has heard Father John Corbe of Indiana spoken very highly of. In selecting for the south it would be better to choose one who is acclimated.
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1859 Jun. 4
Vignonet, Father E(leazar):
On board the Kenner
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Vignonet has asked Narcisse Landry to deliver 115 piastres. 55 are for the American Seminary and 60 for the two barrels of wine he asks (Rousselon) to send on board the Grosse-Tete
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1859 Jun. 6
(Soleau, I.H.M.), Sister Mary Rose:
Vienna, (Michigan)
to Father (Edward Joos):
(Monroe, Michigan)
Sister Rose has written Joos that it is almost impossible for her to answer the questions proposed by the Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere) without further consultation. But she has done so but the answer to her questions is delayed so much, she feels conscience-bound to let him know her dispositions to the proposed questions. As to the first question she is convinced that the Institution should not be confined to the Detroit Diocese; as to the second question, whether or not they recognize Mother M(ary) Joseph (Walker) as their lawful superior, she, according to their rules and constitutions (of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary), considers neither the one or the other as lawful Superior, but if she is to remain in the same religious order that she embraced some years past, she must follow their foundress, Mother (Mary) Theresa (Maxis) whom she considers the head of the Institution; as such she cannot give up all correspondence with her. She assures Joos that she has not been influenced in these matters, and has not desisted from her first sentiment - to obey until the expiration of her vows, reserving the right then to make a choice of whatever is best for her salvation, but Providence deems an earlier determination by placing her under the direction of a very enlightened person on the subject, without her seeking for it.
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1859 Jun. 7
Joos, Father Ed(ward):
Monroe, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere:
Detroit, Michigan)
Joos thinks he is obliged to let Lefevere know every part of the drama they are playing so long. He does not know what to do; most all wish to go, some are willing to stay if it is Lefevere's wish; the teacher is of the same disposition as Sister Mary.
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1859 Jun. 7
McMahon, Father George:
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
The fifty dollars paid in advance for the harmonicorde was a contribution from the congregation of Jackson, L(ouisian)a so it belongs to no one in particular. Everyone is allowed to withdraw his contribution if it be decided to send it back to Mr. Petit. McMahon's address for some weeks will be in care of Father Michael Sheehan, Austin Parish, Texas. McMahon intends going South gradually with a Spanish creole toward Cape Horn. Rousselon is to tell Archbishop (Blanc) and to keep McMahon's ordination papers until they are called for.
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1859 Jun. 7
Pont, Father F.:
Jackson, (Mississippi)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Pont returns the fifty dollars Blanc loaned him when he left New Orleans.
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1859 Jun. 8
Bissey, Father L(ouis):
Paris, (West Canada)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It is very difficult to leave here but Bissey is determined to do so in spite of what Bishop (Armand Francis Marie) de Charbonnel says in his letter which Bissey encloses. Bissey has his exeat but he and Father (A.) Carayon give (Blanc) complete liberty to get information about them from other sources. Bishop (John Farrell) of Hamilton has not treated them right, now he is doing all he can to keep them. But they are going; on the Monday after Pentecost Carayon will come past, Bissey hopes, on his way to a post in (Blanc)'s diocese, and Bissey will follow in a few days if not on the spot. If (Blanc) needs other papers besides the exeat and Charbonnel's letter he is to telegraph. If (Blanc) says "Come;" Bissey will leave. What a difference between them and the Irish priests who act as if they want nothing to do with them nor to give them their freedom. (Farrell) now is offering Carayon the post of Brantford, the best mission in the diocese; but Bissey doubts that he will take it because he has no confidence in the administration. P.S. It is easy to understand Charbonnel's reply. If Bissey and Carayon leave it will set a bad precedent. Bissey wrote Charbonnel on the 4th and this is his reply. Bissey is sure that Charbonnel is far from disapproving their plan for he told Carayon at Toronto that he wished them success and jokingly added that he was an honorary New Orleans Canon and would be no stranger even in Louisiana. Bissey believes that Charbonnel did not want to give his opinion in writing for fear of causing trouble with Farrell.
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(Charbonnel, S.S.,) Bishop Armand Fr(ancis):
Toronto, (Ontario, Canada)
to (Father Louis Bissey:
Paris, West Canada)
(Charbonnel) would no longer be (Bissey)'s friend if he did not tell him that it is impossible to approve of (Bissey)'s plan. He does not say that all his complaints are without basis; he promises inviolable secrecy. (Bissey) had troubles elsewhere; he found others in Canada; (Charbonnel) promises a third kind in (Bissey)'s new place. He will never find as many as among the Irish. (Charbonnel) has asked the bishop twice to give Carayon a mission; it would have been better for him and for (Bissey) to have had more patience.
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1859 Jun. 8
Menard, Father Ch(arle)s M.:
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Menard requests a dispensation for Onezime Bourgeois, son of Valery Bourgeois and Marguerite Richard, and Adele Bourgeois, daughter of Urbain Bourgeois and Mathilde Chauvin. Their church fair has begun and they hope to collect one thousand dollars. Menard asks Rousselon to send the Annals of the Propagation of the Faith to the Dames de St. Claude.
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1859 Jun. 8
Saucier, Arthur:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rouss(e)lonto marry Victoriano Fernandez and Mary Louisa Comas.
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1859 June 8
Starrs,FatherWilliam Vicar-General of New York:
New York, (New York)
to
Archbishop(John Baptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Starrs writes that he received Purcell's favor of the 3rd, and is pleased to comply with his request. He says that Father Heckingerof Rondout is a very good clergyman but he is afraid his mind is unsound. He is very obstinate and cannot agree with the German congregation there and Starrs does not believe Purcell would find him useful. Starrs says that Father O'Donaghoe is also a very good clergyman but extremely obstinate and self-willed, cannot agree with the clergymen and is rude to the people. Starrs says Father Haley of the Diocese of Cork is very unfortunate, too fond of intoxicating drinks, and Starrs believes, would not suit any mission. Starrs hopes this reply to Purcell is satisfactory.
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1859 June 9
Mc Gill, John Bishopof Richmond:
Richmond, Virginia
to (ArchbishopJohn Baptist Purcell):
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Mc Gill received Purcell's letter after returning from Portsmouth where he laid the corner stone for rebuilding the burnt church there. The Becker case seems to be a repetition of "the Dromiss." There are two Beckers, the one to whom Purcell alludes, who is a married man and taught in the University of Virginia as assistant professor of modern languages. He then came to Richmond to practice law, and as he knew German, he would have succeeded if he had not drunk. He failed and his books and furniture were sold, and he and his wife went to Winchester, Virginia. From there he was called as teacher in the Hampton Academy near Norfolk. That is the last Mc Gill has heard of him. Thomas A. Becker is a much younger man and was in St. Xavier College, Cincinnati, while yet a Protestant. Then he came to Martinsburg, Virginia and while teaching either there or in Harper's Ferry, became a Catholic. He was received by Father Talty. After becoming a Catholic he remained several years teaching in Martinsburg, and then went to Rome where Mc Gill procured him a place in the Propaganda. He has been in Rome about five years. Mc Gill knows both the brothers and knows especially well the one who is to be ordained at Rome on next Trinity Sunday, and believes he is a superior man. Mc Gill hopes that after this letter Purcell will not believe young Becker an impostor. Mc Gill would be well pleased to see Bishop (James F.) Wood transferred to Mobile, if Wood wishes it. Mc Gill says they had a project for the division of the See of Philadelphia but Rome did not approve. Mc Gill says he met Purcell's friend, Mrs. Monroe, with her husband, in Norfolk last Monday. She is now in Baltimore. William Seton left Norfolk last Monday with some of his family to go to Europe, despite the War. Mc Gill says he is told that Purcell goes there again in 1860. Mc Gill intends to visit Louisville when he can see Purcell in passing.
P.S.—Mc Gill says they shall be glad to have Father David Whelan with them as Purcell intimates.
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1859 June 10
Andrews, Alfred:
New Britain (Connecticut)
to Orestes (A) Brownson:
New York City (New York)
Andrews is delegated to collect facts for the First Congregational Church of New Britain for the purpose of publishing a short history of each member. There are listed on the record for June 5, 1766, Noadiak Brownson and Sibil Hosington. They admitted to the church on November 26, 1780 their children, Sylvanus and Sibil, both baptized on December 3, 1780. He believes these are Brownson's ancestors, and requests information concerning them. The Brownsons were once numberous in New Britain; there are but two now remaining.
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1859 Jun. 10
Joos, Father Ed(ward):
Monroe, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
Detroit, (Michigan)
There is finally something that affords consolation in all the troubles Joos has encountered for about 2 months. He intended to bring Lefevere the enclosed letter to talk about the matter, but he dare not since Father (Desiderius) Callaert is sick. If possible he will come next week. He has sent a part of a copy to Vienna, (Michigan). P.S. Lefevere will find a rough draft that Joos would correct and send to Philadelphia if it is deemed expedient. Joos asks to have the copy sent back to him or thrown into the fire. (Enclosure not identified).
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1859 Jun. 10
Lucas, Father P(eter):
West B(aton) R(ouge, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lucas felt ill when he was at (Blanc)'s and worse while returning. He went up above on Saturday, for fear he would not be able to go on Sunday, as he usually does. Next Monday he wants to meet with the Churchwardens for the final arrangements before he leaves for New York. He is sorry that he must leave without a replacement but he cannot remain; he can hardly stand up.
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1859 Jun. 10
(St. Palais), Bishop Maurice (de):
Dinan, (France)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Bishop Martial of St. Brieuc told (St. Palais) that he could take two subjects of his diocese. Father August Jeanjean's nephew is to come. Another offered to come but he is the best subject in the seminary and (St. Palais) is afraid this will present difficulties. (St. Palais) will leave at 2 o'clock for St. Servan from where he will leave in the first conveyance; (Blanc) would know better than he what time. (St. Palais) will soon be with (Blanc).
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1859 Jun. 10
(Whipple, I.H.M.),Sister Mary:
Vienna, (Michigan)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Not having received an answer to her letter of a fortnight ago and as things are getting worse, she is obliged to intrude on Lefevere's patience. Father (Edward) Joos has insinuated to Lefevere that she has been influenced, and has influenced others in this affair which is not the case. If she has appeared to contradict herself, it is due to circumstances which she did not foresee and she has not the gift of seeing into the future. Unable to accede to Lefevere's propositions, she considers herself a member of the Community (Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary) only as long as her vows bind her. Peace of soul is lost, her salvation is in danger; as she is now, she is neither a religious or a secular, she therefore asks a dispensation from her vows. She hopes that his letter will not share the fate of the former; it is confidential.
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1859 Jun. 11
McFarland, F(rancis) P.,Bishop of Hartford:
Providence, (Rhode Island)
to Edward P. Le Prohon, M.D.:
McFarland has been informed that Bishop (William) Tyler presented to the Council that opened in Baltimore May 5 1849 letters from two physicians certifying that his health was such that he could live but a short time. A coadjutor was appointed. He is anxious to ascertain if such letters were written in order to prove that certain statements of May 26 of that year should be regarded as dying statements. He wishes LeProhon to secure what information he can about this. Mr. Power has explained his reason for seeking the statement. A suit has been brought by Mrs. Hannetty to recover $3,000 and interest loaned to Bishop Tyler and Bishop Bernard O'Reilly. There is no trace of such a loan or that the Hannettys were able to make such a loan. Tyler gave a list of his debts and this is not mentioned. Should Prohon's familiar intercourse with Tyler have brought him knowledge of facts in this case, McFarland would like a brief statement of them. He could have the evidence taken in Portland by some one appointed for this purpose.
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1859 Jun. 12
Benoit, Father J(ulian):
Fort Wayne, (Indiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
After traveling for six days Benoit has returned to Fort Wayne and all those faces he has known for years. Bishop (John Henry) Luers has increased in humility and patience during Benoit's absence but not in popularity. His trip was as agreeable as it could be for a priest surrounded by Yankees and Protestants. The foundation of the cathedral is done. Bishop (John Baptist) Purcell will bless the cornerstone next Sunday. Benoit does not know what the future holds for him. If Luers stays in Fort Wayne, Benoit cannot. But where would he go? He would never find a father like the one he left at New Orleans.
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1859 June 12
(Blanc) Ant(hony) Archbishop of:
N(ew) O(rleans), (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Bishop (John M.) Odin and Bishop (William H.) Elder have been with him, the other two bishops being unable to be present. They have agreed on the following recommendations. For Mobile:
As coadjutor of New Orleans they recommend:
(Blanc) asks (Purcell) to send his own opinion to the Holy See.
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(18)59 Jun. 12
Follot, Father Francis C.:
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Follot went to the Recorder's to appoint Mr. Rousseau in his place, but he was told that he should get another authorization from (Rousselon). On going with Michael Schlatre, Jr. to St. Gabriel Follot took Father (Ennemond) Dupuy's books. Work on the church has just been resumed. The Irishman who had the accident died after receiving the sacraments. P.S. If Dupuy had one or two breviaries, (Rousselon) is to send them.
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1859 Jun. 12
Friedericks, A:
Newport, (Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
The situation in their city is unfair to Father Francis (Van der Bom?). Only those of other denominations have any pleasure in the situation. The Bishop should not listen to those who are doing the complaining against Father Francis. They are people who have not made their Easter duty for as much as 7 years. Some think he is too strict. With regard to the school Father (Mary Paul) Wehrle thinks that Father Francis is speculating when building it. Yet the school was only half of what it should have been with the result that the Catholics were in a dilemma whether to send their children to other schools or keep them at home. They hope that (Lefevere) will not take away their priest but if that is necessary that he will replace him with another.
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(18)59 Jun. 13
Landry, J. Tras(imond):
West Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Yesterday after low Mass, probably the last they will hear by him, Father (Peter) Lucas assembled the churchwardens to pass the resolutions which Landry is commissioned to send Blanc. Lucas was sick all last week and forced himself to go to the church yesterday. He wished to go to the city Thursday but they advised him to conserve his strength. Lucas asked Landry to send the resolutions. His departure will leave a long regretted vacancy.
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1859 June 13
McGarahan, Father James:
Mobile, Ala(bama)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Because of the death of Bishop (Michael) Portier, McGarahan is worried about the condition of the diocese. The venerable Archbishop (Anthony Blanc) is supposed to have appointed his relative as well as Portier's relative, Father Gabriel Chalon for his successor. Chalon is vain, impetious, temperamental in the eyes of McGarahan who will give evidence to these facts rather than have such a person appointed bishop. He hopes Purcell will somehow be able to influence the appointment of another. He hopes God will not permit such a thing to happen. He wrote to Bishop (William H.) Elder concerning the subject but fears it may be too late because a meeting of some of the Bishops of the Province was held in N(ew) O(rleans) at which likely the nominations were made. He hopes Purcell will aid him as well as all American Hierarchy by doing what he can to prevent Chalon from being appointed Bishop and that he will hold this letter in confidence.
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(18)59 Jun. 14
Chambodut, C.M., Father L(ouis):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Enclosed is a bank draft on a New Orleans bank from Messrs. McMahon and Gilbert for 60.50. Chambodut asks (Rousselon) to credit the account of Mr. Nolan with that amount. There is nothing new in Galveston.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 Jun. 14
Crenan, M.R.:
Jackson, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Crenan has Blanc's letter of the 5th. Crenan would not blame Father (George) McMahon for not saying Sunday Mass at Crenan's house if he saw him saying Mass at his own chapel. Crenan had a letter from McMahon dated at Baton Rouge on the 7th saying he intended leaving for Texas. He enclosed a letter directing Crenan to forward it to Father (Stephen) Rousselon, which Crenan did.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {4}
(18)59 Jun. 14
Dupuy, Widow G.:
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
Father(?) Kenny having left Iberville and saying that he probably would not see Blanc because of the yellow fever danger, she wants to let Blanc know and to beg him to send them a priest.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1859 Jun. 14
Maenhaut, Father C(onstantine):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
List of subscriptions for the establishment of an American Seminary at Rome: Mr.& Mrs. Oct. de Armas; Tho(ma)s Layton, Adeline Layton, Tho(ma)s Layton, Jr., Amelia Layton, Jimmy Layton and Mary Layton; Virginia Rouzan, Arthur, Edward and Marie de Armas; A.R. Clagne and family, Mrs. De Negre; Father (Anthony) Durier; Maenhaut's own subscription; plus $37.10 collected at the Cathedral for a total of $149.10. Father S(tephen) R(ousselo)n notes: "Received June 14, 1859."
Vi-2-a - A.List S. - (French) - 2pp. - folio - {8}
1859 Jun. 15
Carrollton, L(ouisiana), Many residents of
Carrollton, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They think it their duty to inform (Blanc) about Father (A. ) Carius. Carius does not answer the vocation of a Catholic priest. He attended a benefit concert in a Protestant church and has attended Protestant fairs. On the two last Sundays there was no other sermon but English. It made ill will with the French and Germans as the Jesuit who preached and Carius are both competent in the three languages. Father (F.) Pont who replaced him for a while is justified in saying that (Blanc) would do better to close the church for ten years than to leave it under Carius' administration.
VI-2-a - A.L. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1859 Jun. 15
Lamy, Father George:
Covington, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Lamy would like to know if he should baptize two Protestant children whose parents will not promise to become Catholics themselves. (Blanc) got Lamy some Mass intentions when he was there for Confirmation. Lamy asks for the same favor this year.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {1}
1859 Jun. 15
Marco, Father (Martin):
Gr(and) Rapids, (Michigan)
to (Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
After all his sacrifices for the congregation he is forced to announce to the Bishop that the congregation pays him only half his salary. He is obliged to go into debt to live, because of the ingratitude of his parishioners. He likes the parish and will continue to serve it but his inability to sustain himself will not permit him to continue this for long. He writes this as a son submitting his problem to the Bishop's paternal judgment. He asks a response. His health is a bit weak because of the numerous labors and the crosses sent from heaven.
III-2-i - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 June 15
(Timon), Bishop John of Buffalo:
Buffalo, (New York)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
(Timon) Received Purcell's pastoral for "Peace" and desires that it appear in the next Sentinel. He takes the liberty of sending the decrees and pastorals of his dioceses and requests the decrees of Purcell's last synod, having those of prior dates.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 1pg. - 16to. - {1}
1859 Jun. 15
Venissat, Father C(yprie)n St. Philomena:
(Labadieville, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Venissat requests a dispensation for Michel Gros and Obeline Hebert. Fissures and bad weather have inconvenienced them in preparing for First Communion. They are not discouraged about the construction of the church but it will be difficult to arrive at any results. The building is up 15 or 16 feet. He has almost no subscriptions but no debts yet.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}
1859 Jun. 16
Bradford, C.M.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Augustus W(illiam) Walker and Maria Hernandez, widow Hunt.
- D.S. - 1p.
1859 Jun. 2
Blanc, Archbishop Ant(hony):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Dispensation from affinity for the marriage of Walker to Maria Hernandez, widow Hunt of St. Bernard's parish.
- D.S. - (Latin) - 1p.
VI-2-a - D.S. - (English and Latin) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1859 Jun. 16
Chambille, Father Ch(arles):
Detroit, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
He lists a number of accusations made by Father (Charles) Koenig against him. His conscience obliges him to divulge certain matters concerning Koenig; he accuses him of many serious violations of priestly conduct. As witnesses of this misbehavior, he mentions (Father Julian) Maczeski (Maciejewski) and (Father Mary Paul) Werhly (Wehrle). (Note: with this letter there is almost a duplicate of its substance without any signature).
III-2-i - A.L.S. - (French) - 6pp. - 8vo. - {4}
1859 Jun. 16
(Whipple, I.H.M.), Sister Mary and Sister (Mary) Rose (Soleau, I.H.M.):
Vienna, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
They have just received a letter from Father (Edward) Joos informing them of their discharge from the Community (of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary). They regret they have been misunderstood by Lefevere; they have always been obedient. The proposed questions were answered according to their conscience. They think it prudent to leave immediately; they will take the cars tomorrow morning for St. Joseph's (Susquehanna, Pa.).
III-2-i - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 32mo. - {5}
(18)59 Jun. 17
Maréchaux, Father A(ugustine):
Assumption, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Marechaux is forming a group for the Propagation of the Faith. He asks (Rousselon) to send Numbers 181 and 182 by the Bishop's porter who is also to bring a little house(?) he has made.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}
1859 June 18
(Baraga), Frederick Bishop of Saut Ste Marie, Mich.:
Saut-Sainte-Marie, Mich(igan)
to Archbishop John B(aptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
(Baraga) desires Purcell to return his copy of his Statutes because there has been established at Mackinac a printing press where he can have it printed. He also asks Purcell to forward a note to Mr. Peters since he does not know where he will stop.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 Jun. 18
Picherit, Father H(enry) A.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc):
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Picherit, of St. Mary's Church performed the marriage of John O'Neil(1) and Mary Flood. (Signing with them are) Anne McCarthy, Henry Eckmann, and Julien Bodard.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {6}
1859 Jun.19
Row, Rodger McDermott:
Cincinnati, Ohio
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Row wants Blanc to let him know where Row's uncle, Joseph Jordan, is in New Orleans. Archbishop (Peter Richard Kenrick) Kendrick of St. Louis stated that Jordan had drawn a sum of money from him and deposited it with Blanc.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {3}
1859 Jun. 20
Barnett, John P.:
New Orleans, Louisiana
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Theodore Kolbohm and Ellen Connely. (Witnessed by ?): Frederick Calme(?), Frederica Voegt, James Kennely, and Julia A. Inglan(?).
VI-2-a - D.S. - 2pp. - 32mo. - {7}
1859 Jun. 20
Clara, S.C., Sister:
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sister Ann Margaret died this morning after an illness of ten months. (Blanc) knows how faithfully she labored.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 Jun. 20
Cornay, O. and others St. Mary's Parish:
(Charenton, Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
The disorders at the presbytery are so grave that the undersigned feel constrained to call them to Blanc's attention. The Catholics of the lower part of this parish have gone to St. Joseph's Church at Pattersonville served by Father (James) Blake. They have complained about him but now his conduct has become a scandal. He is unworthy to serve this parish. They ask Blanc to withdraw him. (15 signatures follow Cornay's.)
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1859 Jun. 20
Kindekens, Father P(eter):
Louvain, (Belgium)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
He has made a quasi-resolution not to write Lefevere any more before receiving an answer to one of the numerous letters which he has had the honor to address him for more than a year. He understands well the warning which Lefevere wishes to give him by his long silence, but he should admit that it is impossible to guess the cause. Nevertheless he is going to risk a few lines in the hope that it will reach him, and it will be honored by a reply. As soon as he knew by the May Annales of the Propagation that they have only allotted 14,000 francs to Lefevere, he has complained to the bishops of Ghent (Louis Joseph Delebecque), of Binges (John Baptist Malon), and Cardinal of Mechlin (Engelbert Sterckx). He has let them know that this allocation compared to that of last year is a considerable increase, but that compared to sums allotted to other American bishops, and taking into account the decrease which Lefevere suffered last year, they would not fulfill the promise made by the Central Council of the Association of (Propagation of Faith, Paris). Kindekens would complain to Paris, but he cannot do so before he is informed by Lefevere what the Council has written to him on the subject, and what he thinks of it. However, Paris knows that he is not satisfied. When Bishop (Augustine) Verot was there he told him about this. After exposing the reasons which he already has refuted, Verot wrote in behalf of the Council: "They have given to the college considerably indirectly in giving to the Bishops of Louisville (Martin John) Spalding, and of Detroit more than they would have otherwise. These two prelates are not in great need of help, and have not written to ask aid and there are many dioceses in the United States in the same circumstances. The allocation for these two bishops have therefore, been given in great part for the American College at Louvain. Verot suggested to the President (Berard des Glajeux) that the best way to adjust this affair would be that on request of Lefevere, a sum be given to Kindekens each year. The President seemed to approve the project." Kindekens asks Lefevere to write him without delay what he thinks of all that. Without word from Lefevere Kindekens finds himself very badly off. Kindekens would like to accept this arrangement. At least they promise Lefevere to give him in addition a subsidy as large as that of the other American bishops in the same position, for example, Bishop (Amadeus) Rappe of Cleveland, Ohio, or Bishop (Maurice) de St. Palais of Vincennes, Indiana. Kindekens asks Lefevere not to postpone any longer his answer to his previous letters, above all not to forget to send him authorization to have or delegate subjects who are destined for the missions in this diocese. He vainly hoped to receive this document before Pentecost. He has, therefore, postponed the ordination of Mr. (F ) Jacquemin who is destined for Lefevere's diocese. He asks again to delay no further to tell him how many students' fees Lefevere wishes to pay. Kindekens just received a letter from Father (James) Pulsers who is in Rome who says that he has asked and obtained his exeat but that that will not prevent him from returning to America. Kindekens requests Lefevere to assign him what to do. Lefevere can read of the war in the newspapers. Moreover, it is impossible to say when it will end. In spite of all the promises and assurances of Louis Napoleon, Pius IX is morally a prisoner of war. The prediction of the Prince of Metternich that Napoleon III will become emperor is unfortunately only too true.
III-2-i - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {9}
1859 June 20
Lamy, John B. Bishop of Santa Fe:
Santa Fe, (New Mexico)
to Archbishop John B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
Father Peter Hart writes that he is still suffering. Lamy had a good parish in view for him. If Hart is not able to come Purcell should advance him $200. He would be glad to have Father Don Pedro in the diocese. When he was with him Pedro proved himself extremely useful. Three young Mexicans will be ready for the priesthood in the fall. He sent to Europe for some Christian Brothers. He has a fine property for them with a large new house for the school. He has also another lot and house intended for a hospital. They had a very hard spring; many lambs and sheep have died. It is still very dry. They had a novena for rain. Crowds flocked to it. The Sisters' school is doing well. He read of the death of Bishop (Michael) Portier of (Mobile, Albama). P.S. Father (Joseph P.) Machebeuf is residing near El Paso, (Texas) and doing well; he writes that he never has so many consolations in the Holy Ministry as he is having now.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {5}
1859 June 20
McMahon, Father Philip:
Wilkesville, Ohio
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
McMahon will liquidate the debt on Jackson Church although the people feel that they have paid enough to Father Kelly. It will not be sold to pay the debt. McMahon attended Jackson (Ohio) once a month but would now like permission from Purcell to attend it and Wilkesville on alternate Sundays for awhile until Jackson is beyond danger.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1859 Jun. 20
Picherit, Father H(enry) A.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Picherit, of St. Mary's Church, performed the marriage of Theodor Kolbohm and Ellen Kenely who sign. Henry O'Neill, Ann Asriro, and Julien Bodard also sign.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {6}
1859 Jun. 20
Tupery, J.M.:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
2 receipts for $60 for 2 barrels of red wine on Jun.20, and 1 barrel on May 4 for $30.
Vi-2-a - A. Receipts S. - (French) - 4pp. - 32mo. - {1}
1859 Jun. 21
Duplantier, G.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Thomas McConnell and Rosa Planpin (Notation by Rousselon): After July 10.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 2pp. - 32mo. - {3}
1859 Jun. 22
Gaudet, O.M.I., Father A(ugustine):
Brownsville, (Texas)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon:
N(ew) Orl(eans, Louisiana)
Gaudet asks Rousselon to have Mr. Cavaroc send them a half-barrel of good quality wine. Their new church was blessed on Pentecost. Everyone in Brownsville wanted to be Catholic at least for that half-day.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1859 Jun. 22
Mittelbronn, Father (Francis):
Pointe Coupee, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Last Monday Father (H.) Thirion arrived while Mittelbronn was away. Upon Mittelbronn's return Thirion said he had been sent by Blanc to straighten out the difficulties between them and that they were both to leave for France. Thirion said that Blanc had told him to say goodbye, to preach once and to stay as long as he saw fit. Thirion is staying with Mr. Chase and will not leave although it is a Negro household and he has been warned of the possible scandal. What shall Mittelbronn do?
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1859 Jun. 23
(Duggan), James, Bishop of:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Father (H.) Quigley wrote and called on Duggan denying any knowledge of the anonymous letter. Duggan charged him with writing such letters in the past but Quigley denied it. Archbishop (Peter Richard Kenrick) of St. Louis maintains it was some Italian or other foreign priest who wrote it. Duggan has never known anything against the moral character of Father Quigley and has nothing against him but the talk and trouble in Springfield,(Illinois) while he was there. Bishop (John Martin) Henni passed yesterday on his way to Cincinnati. They are to have a great day there.
III-2-i - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1859 Jun. 23
(Martin), B(ishop) Aug(uste) M(ar)ie:
Natichitoches, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Martin received (Blanc)'s letter about the lists agreed on between (Blanc) and Bishops (John Mary) Odin and (William Henry) Elder to provide for the vacant see of Mobile. He sent the Cardinal his approval today. About the coadjutorship, Blanc is in the best position to judge. (Martin) told the Cardinal that Bishop (Armand Francis) de Charbonnel, (S.S.) should be named.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {5}
1859 June 24
Clarke, S.J., Father W.F.:
Loyola College
Balt(imore, Maryland)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Brownson is to look upon their house when he visits Baltimore to address the Library Society of the college.
I-3-o - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 June 24
Marie, A.:
New York, (New York)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Marie sends a fragment of the "Celestials" as a token of his high respect and esteem for Brownson's "distinguished championship in our beautiful cause".
I-3-o - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 June 24
O'Connor, Sister Constantine, Ellen:
Himmelgarden, (Ohio)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Sister Constantine thanks Purcell for his kindness. She would have written long ago, but she only arrived at her destination a few weeks ago. She will always look upon Purcell as her father and benefactor. She is very happy there. Through Purcell's help she surmounted all obstacles opposing her vocation. The school is opened and there are 10 pupils. They expect some more but of another creed. She is not reluctant toward them and she sleeps, eats and prays with them. She asks his prayers for them.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
(18)59 Jun. 24
Perché, Father N(apoleon) J(oseph):
N(ew) O(rleans, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
When Perché arrived home he found (Father H.) Thirion had arrived and being ill had had to go to bed. Tomorrow he expects Father (John F.) Cambiaso to spend Sunday. Perché does not have room for both. If the Bishop wants Thirion in the city, he could return tomorrow in the carriage that brings Cambiaso.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
(18)59 Jun. 25
Lynch, Bishop P(atrick) N(eeson):
Charleston, S(outh) C(arolina)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Lynch received (Blanc)'s letter of June 20 concerning the marriage of George F. Kinsey and Miss Gidiere. After her marriage to her present husband, Kinsey brought the case of his prior marriage to her to Bishop Reynolds. Kinsey applied to His Holiness to annul the marriage between him and Gidiere. His prayer was granted and he subsequently married a Catholic.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1859 June 25
Whelan, James O.P. Bishop of Nashville:
Zanesville, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Whelan left Memphis for Zanesville on Thursday and is sorry he could not stop in Cincinnati. He asks Purcell for permission to administer Confirmation while he is in Somerset, and also for his opinion concerning the ordination of some young men. Confirmation is to be administered in Somerset the first Sunday in July and the ordination the following week. Father (Thomas) Grace is to be consecrated at St. Louis on the fourth Sunday of July.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 1pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1859 Jun. 26
Feltin, Father N(icholas):
Houston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Feltin sends alms for the Sisters of the Good Shepherd and for the orphans. Everything is going well with Feltin's congregation.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
(18)59 Jun. 27
(Charbonnel), Bishop Armand Fr(ancis) M.:
Toronto, (Ontario, Canada)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
May God give (Blanc) fifteen more years of strength and energy so that if God wills it (Charbonnel) can come. He would be very much attracted to being (Blanc)'s coadjutor were it not for the difficulty of the English language; it is the principal reason that (Charbonnel) wants a coadjutor. Rome knows his affairs. Charbonnel wants to belong to a Capuchin monastery and his episcopal experience would make him a valuable aid to some aged bishop, not in administrative matters, but ceremonially. He would gladly accept (Blanc)'s offer under these conditions. He understands that Bishop (John) Farrell would place a censure on Father (Louis) Bissey and Father (A.) Carayon if they leave without his permission. They have suffered no more than anyone else. Carayon has been appointed to the most important mission outside of the see city; Bissey at Paris is only 7 miles away. (Charbonnel) hopes they will stay where they are. (Charbonnel) has arrived at the conclusion that he will never again receive a priest who complains of his Bishop or whose Bishop complains of him. He has brought from France a priest who graces their Cathedral, restored a house of Providence and built St. Patrick's Church.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {4}
1859 Jun. 27
Marco, Father M(arti)n:
Grand Rapids, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
The feast of Sts. Peter and Paul reminds Marco that it is the feast day of his dear bishop, a day of joy for his whole diocese. He extends felicitations to him. His duties up to the present do not permit him to see Lefevere in person, but reserves the honor after the 4th Sunday in July. Mr. A. Schikel(?) joins him in homage to His Lordship.
III-2-i - A.D.S. - 4pp. - 32mo. - {1}
1859 June 27
Whelan, Father David:
Petersburg, Virginia
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell:
Cincinnati, Ohio
While in Baltimore, Whelan consulted Dr. Thos. Buckler who advised him to go to White Sulpher Springs for his diseased throat and if that did not cure it, to take a trip across the ocean. This was the same cure as that proposed by Blackman. Whelan believes the visit to the Springs will cure him. He intends to write Father Edward (Purcell) soon.
II-4-o - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1859 Jun. 28
Jeard, J(osep)h:
Marseilles, (France)
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mr. Dromel gave him Rousselon's letter of May 5. His wife and children join in thanking him. Dromel also added his own details. Jeard takes advantage of Dromel's return to New Orleans to send his regards.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1859 Jun. 28
Regis, Sister (Francis):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
When Sister gave the $100 to Blanc for the Boy's Asylum left by Miss Connoly she thought Sister had examined the books. In looking over them she finds that she had already paid it in May, 1853.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 Jun. 29
Andrieu, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Donaldson, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Andrieu has just consulted Mr. Nichols. It will suffice to have the procuration legalized by the Court and presented to the clerk. Nichols as clerk of the 4th district got the money left by the deceased. Could Blanc come soon for Confirmations. Father (Charles) Boglioli (C.M.) has prepared 40 of Narcisse Landry's slaves for the sacrament.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {4}
1859 Jun. 29
Berthaud, Father F(rancois):
West Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On leaving (Blanc) Berthaud promised to send back news in a few weeks. He does not know if his true character is known to (Blanc). In Louisiana he felt ill at ease. In France he was known as a fiery soul with a will of iron. He asks (Blanc) to give him a few weeks more to regain his health and to decide whether he should stay in Louisiana and in America. Despite his personal attachment to (Blanc) his thoughts turn toward Paris where he hopes to find more stimulus and more means for study. (P.S.) Berthaud would like the address of Father (A.) Carius to obtain what Carius owes him. Carius behaved badly at his place and was an obstacle to his projects. He may have been the cause(?) of the disagreement on the part of the Vicar Apostolic of Jamaica. Berthaud hopes to see (Blanc) in a few days when they will decide everything, but he begs (Blanc) not to consider him as fixed at West Baton Rouge. He wants to live to be 40, to build up some resources and not to vegetate in a climate which seems too severe for his health.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1859 Jun. 29
Ryan, C.M., Father S(tephen) V(incent):
Barrens, M(iss)o(uri)
to (Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Brochure of St. Vincent's College, Cape Girardeau, Missouri, giving the curriculum and terms.
VI-2-a - Printed Brochure - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
(18)59 Jun. 30
Duplantier, G.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (J.M.) Morisot to marry Louis Lazare and Louisa Lajoy.
VI-2-a - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
(18)59 Jun. 30
Follot, Father Francis C.:
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Follot requests a dispensation for Theodore Landry, son of Julien Landry and Marquerite Martinez of East Baton Rouge, and Losama Martinez, daughter of Hyppolite Martinez and Melanie Comeaux of Iberville. The wedding for July 11 is for St. Gabriel and Follot hopes Father (H.) Thirion is back to take care of it. The church is progressing. Michael Hebert has gone to St. Louis and Cincinnati to get a bell and possibly an organ. Father (Francis Berthaud?) Bertot is visiting Follot. Follot thanks (Blanc) for the chalice he sent; the chalice and its accompaniments has disappeared from the rectory at St. Gabriel.
VI-2-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {10}
(18)59 Jun. 30
Morehead, M.E.:
Brandon. (Mississippi)
to Father (John Hayden, C.M.):
(Bouligny, Louisiana)
Morehead received (Hayden)'s letter of the 27th. She would like the situation Hayden spoke of if he knows the family to be respectable. If she does not find it pleasant to keep Mary with her she wishes to place her in a convent. She would like to make six hundred dollars a year; it is what she now makes but she does not wish to remain in this country. It may be that others in the neighborhood would send their children and in this way she might make more. She will be in the city August 1, and would like to see the family before she goes to Missouri.
VI-2-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 32mo. - {1}