1860 Mar. 1
Gast, Leopold, and Brother:
St. Louis, M(iss)o(uri)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They have formed a partnership with M. W(illia)m Wilckens. They return thanks for the confidence shown them during the past eight years. With their increased faculties they can promptly execute orders for all kinds of lithographic work. Nine names are given as references.
VI-2-c - Printed Circular - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1860 Mar. 1
Morel, Ernest:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Angelo) Mascaroni to marry Jerome Botto and Madaleina Grafino.
VI-2-c - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 1
Morel, Ernest:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Carlo Massa to Eugenia Pensa, widow of Giovanni Medicinal.
VI-2-c - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {4}
1860 Mar. 1
Navarron, (Father) L(ouis):
Stonelick, Clermont County, (Ohio)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, O(hio)
Seeing the impossibliity of Purcell supplying priests speaking both French and German, in his circumstance he will not invite a German priest outside of the French, English, and friendly Germans of St. Louis and St. Philomena's congregations. There would be few for the German to attend. He believes he can satisfy most of his parishoners. He does not manifest exteriorly his devotion to the Holy Father, but he shares the feelings of the bishops and priests about the indignities heaped upon the Holy Father, Pius IX. He encloses $5 for the cause.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1860 Mar. 1
Parrenin, R.S.C., Sister Louise:
St. Michael, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The hope which (Blanc) inspired in her that God would not permit her to be sent away from their society (Religious of the Sacred Heart) and also his good advice has done her much good. She feared to be exposed as not being able to fulfill what she had contracted for by her vows. Entrance into another religious order seems impossible if she were sent away from this one. The step which she has taken in addressing (Blanc) has satisfied her conscience.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1860 Mar. 2
Morel, Ernest:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Victor Victorin Laurent to Josephine Antoinette Neno.
VI-2-c - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 3
(Duggan), James, Bishop of Chicago:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
He cannot accept Purcell's invitation as he has to attend their own celebration on that day. He has not been in St. Louis since he had the pleasure of meeting Purcell there. The Telegraph announced the frightful account which Purcell mentioned.
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1860 Mar. 4
Purcell, Archbishop John B(aptist):
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Blanc's occupation with his late Provincial Council and his subsequent illness prevented Purcell from writing him sooner. Now the Propagateur and Mr. Layton inform them that Blanc has recovered. Blanc's sympathy meeting for the Pope was a grand success. They held one last evening which was quite enthusiastic. They are raising material aid, money, for His Holiness; will probably send him $3,000. Has Blanc received an answer to the letter they sent the Pope? Purcell sends respects to Fathers Rousselon, Maenhaut and Perché. (P.S.) That was a terrible calamity at St. Xavier's, Cincinnati. It could have been so easily prevented.
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1860 Mar. 5
Chapelle, Father:
New York, New York
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Following (Blanc's) advice Chapelle has placed his nephew with the Sulpicians at Baltimore. He is now studying Philosophy in their major seminary. Since Chapelle's letter of February 15 he has received a mission; he must go to Santo Domingo on important family business as it is a case of rescuing someone from damnation. But he knows that country is in a schism and separated from the Holy See. He has written to the Archbishop of Trinidad, former, Vicar-Apostolic of Haiti, but has received no response. Can he say Mass there without authorization by a legitimate superior or give absolution? The President has promised him protection but he needs some one who represents the Holy See.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1860 March 5
Williams L(udlow:
Throopeville, (New York)
to Orestus (Orestes) A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Williams recalls to Brownson the days when Brownson lived at Moravia, and went to preach "universal salvation" at Geneo Hollow and he, as a lad, used to ride with him part of the way. His father who used to scold him for "going to hear the devil preach" is dead. His mother is living. He keeps a public house at Throopeville. He has changed his views and hears that Brownson has also. He asks Brownson to send him a copy of the paper he now publishes.
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1860 Mar. 6
Andrieu, C.M., Father A(nthony):
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He has learned that (Blanc) is convalescing at St. Michael Convent. Last week Andrieu went to ask Father (A.) Maréchaux to give a retreat at Donaldson promising to replace him himself during his 8 day absence. Blanc is asked to permit them to give benediction every night after the sermon. They have fixed the beginning of the exercises on Passion Sunday.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}
1860 Mar. 6
Vignes, H(enriet)te:
Fausse Riviere, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She has been deprived of the satisfaction of writing him for a long time. She and her children have not been well, influenza or grippe left many people sick. They have not been spared although she has only had her little Josephine in bed.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1860 March 7
Acton, John Dalberg:
Brighton, (England)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Acton has had a pleasant visit with Brownson's son who remained such a short time in London that he did not get much chance to talk with him. The visit has recalled Acton's own visit with the Brownson's. There seems to be no hope that they can get together again. His mother is nearing death. All their thoughts are concentrated on the fate of the Pope. Few have an eye to the political wrong or understand that it is a question of religion and politics. There has been something almost idolatrous in the worship of the material aspects of the church. He hopes that Brownson is following the European conflict over Josephism in Austria. He complains that the "Correspondant" and Louis Veuillot have confused the question. Since last July Acton has begun the "Rambler" which was remodeled by (John Henry) Newman. They are anxious to build up the section for correspondents and ask Brownson to contribute to these pages. He would hardly ask for more than a long private letter stating the things they should know. Brownson's name would be affixed or suppressed as he wishes. He met, last year at Munich, Bishop (Michael O'Connor) of Pittsburgh and a Benedictine from near there, but he understands there are two sides to every question. Acton hopes that Brownson will write a book on the Church and the American Democracy, which he says will be a service to Europe.
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1860 Mar. 7
De Neve, Father J(ohn):
Louvain, (Belgium)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
After writing Lefevere, De Neve set out for Brussels to collect, but without success. On the advice of Chevalier Stass he returned to Louvain and went on the Bruges. At Bruges the Bishop (John Baptist Malou) offered him board and lodging. The Bishop, sensible of the courtesy Lefevere paid him in sending him a copy of their first diocesan council, permitted De Neve to go everywhere. De Neve collected about 600 francs; the Bishop gave 20. Bishop (Ludovic Jos. Delebecque) of Ghent writes that he will give a letter of recommendation. He talked to the Bishops of Bruges and Ghent and they said that the four bishops who are patrons of their house should ask a special subsidy from the Association of the Propagation of the Faith to educate the priests who apply through the encouragement of the Belgian bishops who have taken special steps in their favor. The Bishop of Bruges says that if the petition fails he will take issue for them. Therefore, De Neve asks Lefevere to send a petition if he has not done so this year. This might be accompanied by a statement of the diocese and the number of places needing a priest. Mr. Jacquemins, destined for Lefevere's diocese, has been spitting blood and gives little hope. De Neve hopes that Lefevere will pay Father (Charles) Ryckaert of Hillsdale, (Michigan) the 200 francs which De Neve has just received for Ryckaert's sister and which De Neve will enter to Lefevere's credit for the students from Detroit.
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1860 Mar. 7
Dickson, W(illia)m T.:
Dixon, Ill(inois)
to W(illia)m Seton (4):
New York, (New York)
He has perfected the deed of those 40 acres of land to Seton for the stallion and two mares. Mr. Bailey (Carleton Bayley?) did not like to let the colt go but he is to allow Dickson in harvest the $40 he was to give for it. The two mares are in a wretched state of poverty. The French mare was so bad Dickson thought she would not recover. He would like Seton to send him the full pedigree of the Emperor stud horse. Bailey says Seton took it with him when he left there. W(illiam) Lawson wanted to buy the Santee mare, but would not give more than $100. Dickson asks how Seton prospers in New York and when he will come West to see them again.
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1860 Mar. 7
Usannaz, S.J., Father A(nselm):
St. Charles College
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
After several weeks of anxiety Usannaz has finally learned that (Blanc) is getting better. Won't (Blanc) come and spend some time at Grand Coteau? There is a very commodious room in their new building waiting for him. They have also been tried by sickness. Thirty-five of their children have had the measles, and there have been many deaths in the parish. Father (J.) Abbadie, (S.J.) is now in the process of giving the distant population an opportunity to fulfill their Easter duty. If (Blanc) cannot come, Usannaz asks permission to consecrate a chalice that they have regilded. He believes that the Ladies of the Sacred Heart have something too.
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1860 March 8
Dwenger, (C.PP.S.), Father Jos(eph):
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
By order of the general of the (Precious Blood Fathers) a successor will be elected to Father (Frances de Sales) Brunner on the 14th. By mistake Purcell was not informed of it sooner. He asks Purcell to continue to be the same kind indulgent parent toward their congregation as he has been in the past.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 9
Martinez, R.S.C., Sister Victoria:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sister hopes that before the end of the year (Blanc) will come there to rest for some weeks; the pure air of their coast will do him good. All the sisters (Religious of the Sacred Heart) are fatigued; Sister is recovering from a bilious fever.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1860 Mar. 9
Mittelbronn, Father (Francis):
Pointe Coupee, Louisiana
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
For a long time he has heard nothing about Father H. Thirion. He was believed to be in France when about eight days ago someone asked if it was true that he had been murdered at the Hotel St. Louis in New Orleans. Three days later it was reported that a subscription was being taken up for Thirion. Some people from his parish and a few others have persuaded a Mr. Dusieur of New Orleans to open the subscription. He asks how he should act under the circumstances, and if Blanc can give him information about Thirion. P.S. The chapel of Chenal has just been started. He thinks it will be finished in three months. The church near Morganza has not yet been started but he will begin it after Easter.
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1860 Mar. 10
(Blanc) Ant(hony), Archbishop of:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
The reception of (Purcell's) letter reproached him for not writing. He had been delaying his letter hoping that his strength would return. He went last Saturday to the country to the Parish of St. James and returned better. Purcell probably knows that he was taken sick the day previous to the second session of their council. He tried to attend the private session of the bishops but was unable to continue. He was forced by his physician and his colleagues to confine himself to his room. On the day of the close of the council, despite the desire of the people for a demonstration of faith he was scarcely conscious, and knew about the demonstration and of Bishop (William H.)Elder's reply to the lay address only when he read of it in the Telegraph. Before the bishops left, however, the decrees and acts were expedited to Rome. Bishop (John M.) Odin remained ten days with him. Before he left he forwarded to the Cardinal Prefect the names proposed by the Council, and promises to communicate the names to all the metropolitans of the country. He has not heard from the letter they wrote at the time of the consecration. He had intended to send copies of the answer to all who subscribed the original letter. He was told that the Picayune had an account of the Catholic demonstration in Cincinnati.
P.S.—He has just received a pamphlet form collection of the letters written on the occasion of the opening of the American College. He does not know who sent it. He fears that their collection for the Pope will not be very great. Cincinnati deserves great credit for what it did.
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1860 March 10
Quinn, Thomas:
Providence, (Rhode Island)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Quinn has been asked to lecture in Providence on the Pope. He wants Brownson to give him a plan to follow in preparing his lecture. He has his own ideas but feels it proper to consult Brownson in such an important matter.
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1860 Mar. 10
Sorin, S.S.C., Father E(dward F.):
Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
Detroit, Mich(igan)
Sorin writes for information about Father (Mary Paul) Wherle (Wehrle) of Monroe and Father (Charles) Lemagie, who called last week with the view to remain. Sorin asks Lefevere if their antecedents are such as to warrant their admission and perseverance.
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1860 Mar. 11
D'Hemecourt, Victor (A:
Barrens, (Missouri)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
His mother informed him of Blanc's illness and recovery. He read in the "Catholic Standard" and the "Propagateur" of the demonstrations of the Catholics of New Orleans in favor of the Pope. He continues to study hard and hopes he will arrive at his goal.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1860 March 11
Kenrick, Francis Patrick, Archbishop of:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
He is averse to the translation of the Bishop (Armand de Charbonnell) of Toronto or to the promotion of P. or R. Purcell may recall Kenrick's stating in the National Council that a weighty charge had been made against a clergyman proposed by some prelate. He alluded to Father (Napoleon J.) P(erche) while in Kentucky. Father (F.) Gautrelet is personally worthy but Kenrick knows nothing of his qualifications for the post. Kenrick should like to see Bishop (John M.) Odin or Bishop (William Henry) Elder made Coadjutor if the Archbishop of New Orleans himself would propose either.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {7}
1860 Mar. 12
Beccard, Father Amédée:
(La Fourche, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Since October something, an evil or good spirit, has taken hold of his waking hours and sometimes of the night. If Father (Etienne) Rousselon still has the letter in which Beccard tried to tell him about it, (Blanc) is to ask him for it. Three-fourths of these 8 months have been passed in crying out and weeping. Several miles from Father (Charles M.) Menard's house, coming here, he stopped three times to beg it to leave him. On the 23rd of this month he left for the chapel at Fields Lake; he fell 5 or 6 times. On March 26, (Beccard writes): He wrote all that before going to (New Orleans) and he fears on returning to pay dearly for those rare moments of repose which he had in the bishop's house. He returned in a state of prostration; on arriving at Menard's house his heart was flooded with shame because he could not tell him everything.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 8pp. - 8vo. - {4}
1860 March 12
Donahoe, Patrick:
Boston, Mass(achusetts)
to O(restes) A. Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Donahoe encloses an article from the Mobile Daily Tribune and asks a reply by Brownson for publication in The Pilot. He will gladly remit whatever charge Brownson makes for his article.
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1860 Mar. 12
(Duggan), James, Bishop of Chicago:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
A clergyman from Cincinnati, Father (Michael) Sullivan now in charge of the Church of the Holy Angels of Cincinnati, called on Duggan requesting a mission in the diocese of Chicago. Duggan needs priests, but he does not want them until his need is honorably and safely supplied. He asks for a line about Sullivan.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1860 Mar. 12
Duquercun, Aug(uste):
New Orleans, Louisiana
License for Father (Stephen) Rous(s)elon to marry Louis Galot and Antoinette Lemelle.
VI-2-c - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 13
Fleming, Lucien:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A year and a half ago he was sent with some workmen to plaster the dormitories of the Ursuline Convent by a Jean Fleming. As Jean's representative he received money during the course of the work from Father (Victor) Jamey to pay the workmen. Jamey paid a little more than 50 piastres and there was still due to the workers a balance of 66 piastres and 40 sous. He has submitted an account to Sister St. Michel, to Father Jamey, and to Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché. If Jean had the money he would ask him but he works only from day to day.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {6}
1860 Mar. 13
Kernion, A. Huchet:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Kernion encloses a bill of the Southern Bank of New Orleans payable on June 6, 1860, to his order on A. Marcuard of Paris for 15,000 francs. After the recent demonstration for Pope Pius IX the Catholics of New Orleans, in virtue of a resolution to contribute substantial aid to the common cause of Catholicity, named him as their treasurer and gave him this small amount requesting that he ask Blanc to transmit it to the Pope.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1860 March 13
Joesphine, Mother:
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
She asks Purcell to allow (Sister Catherine) to remain in the community. They all feel very much for her distress. The idea of entering the world terrifies her.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}
1860 Mar. 13
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Upon his return from Liberty this morning (Odin) received the letter of Archbishop Francis Patrick Kenrick which (Blanc) will find enclosed. It disconcerted him and he fears it may be the cause of new difficulties for (Blanc). It seems that their Lords forget nothing or admit no possibility of reform where they have cause for blame. If (Odin) can be of comfort he will go wherever (Blanc) wishes.
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1860 Mar. 6
Kenrick, Archbishop Francis Patrick:
Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Bishop (John Mary Odin):
Galveston, (Texas)
(Odin)'s list of candidates for the Coadjutorship of N(ew) O(rleans) has reached Kenrick. He cannot think it advisable to ask the translation of Bishop (A.F.M. de Charbonnel) from a see outside the U.S. to that office, especially as he is said to have involved himself in great difficulties during his administration. Father (Napoleon J.) Perché left Kentucky under grave imputations. Father (Gilbert) Raymond is considered as having seriously mismanaged the college here. Kenrick does not know Father (F.) Gautrelet, (S.J.) who is highly praised by the Bishop of Louisville, on whose testimony he will favor his appointment, but with little hope of success as the Society will not easily part with him. To obtain a Coadjutor speedily a new list should be made by the Archbishop of N(ew) O(rleans). They have proposed for Savannah, Father Jeremiah J. O'Connell, Father Peter J. Lavialle and Father Anthony Dominic Pellicer. The second is said to possess eminent qualities and might be safely put on the list for Coadjutor, if the Archbishop thought fit. Bishops Barry, Neumann, and Miles have passed to a better world. The Sees of the two latter are filled.
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1860 Mar. 15
Lebel, Father I(sidore) A.:
Kalamazoo, (Michigan)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere:
(Detroit, Michigan)
He is grieved at Lefevere's reprimand for his small debts to Dunigan and Co. He believes this gentleman will spare Lefevere further trouble about such a trivial matter, especially since Lebel has written him that it is only a small matter which soon will be taken care of; and since his whole business is in bankruptcy, he should have some sympathy for the small, passing difficulties of others. In the future, Lebel will be more faithful to the recommendations in Lefevere's letter. Last Sunday in Decatur, (Michigan) for the general good, he denounced the unfortunate individuals, Crowley and O'Neill for repeated scandals.
III-2-j - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 15
Parmele, Edward:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Ant(hony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Parmele encloses an invitation to the Inauguration of the Clay Statue on April 12. Parmele signs as chairman of the Clay Monumental Association.
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1860 Feb. 20
Clay Monumental Association
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The statue of Henry Clay will be inaugurated in New Orleans on April 12. They request Blanc's assistance in the ceremonies of that day. (Signed by the committee of 15 members.)
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1860 Mar. 15
Purcell, Archbishop John B(aptist):
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
From what Purcell has learned from Baltimore and what he otherwise knows, Blanc can not have Bishop (Armand F.M. De) Ch(arbonnel) for his Coadjutor. He is said to have been very unsuccessful in the government of the Diocese of Toronto. Father (Napoleon Joseph) P(erché) was rejected in the Plenary Council of Baltimore for some charge brought against him in Kentucky. The Archbishop of B(altimore) objects to Father (Gilbert) R(aymond). Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) thinks that Bishop (John Mary) Odin would be an excellent choice. Purcell thinks so too and has no doubt of Blanc's obtaining, if he demands him from the Holy See.
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1860 Mar. 16
Key, Maria L.:
Bayou Maringouin, Louisiana
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Key asks Blanc to place them under the care of the parish priest of Baton Rouge. They are entirely cut off from all the advantages of a church. Plaquemine is 30 miles distant. When Father (August?) Chambost visited them he took a steamboat at Plaquemine, came to Baton Rouge, and from there to Grosse Tete on the cars. She has not seen Father (Francis C.) Follot since the 8th of April. The only means of receiving the Sacraments is to go to Baton Rouge, and remain 2 days or 3 with her little daughter and nurse at a hotel. If Blanc will permit, Father (Darius) Hubert will come to them regularly, and the congregation will adopt the means necessary for building the church immediately.
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1860 Mar. 16
Mury, Martin:
St. James Parish, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop Antoine Blanc:
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
He has written Blanc three letters and Blanc has not answered yet. He thinks Blanc is sick. He cannot work; he is always sick. When Father (Ennemond) Dupuy was there he consoled Mury. It pains Mury to bother Blanc but with five children, he cannot find work enough to support them.
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1860 Mar. 16
Purcell, Archbishop John B(aptist):
Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere:
Detroit, (Michigan)
Purcell did not answer Lefevere's last favor because he thought he would visit him but time is wanting and he fears the visit may be misinterpreted. He is sorry that Lefevere uses like disrobing or readiness at a word from Rome to resign. There is hardly a prelate in the United States more thought of in Rome than Lefevere. No word has come from there insinuating displeasure of his treatment of (Father Hugh) Quigley or anyone else. He has not answered Quigley's last letter which plainly revealed his indiscretion and pride. Purcell sent his villainous pamphlet to Cardinal (Alexander) Barnabo. Bishop (Armand F. M. de) Charbonnel has been asked for as Coadjutor of New Orleans. To have Father (Napoleon J.) Perche and Father (Gilbert) Raymond, none of whom, from what he can learn, would be acceptable in Rome. It is thought that Bishop (John Mary) Odin, personally agreeable to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc and to clergy and people would suit better and be approved by Propaganda. Is it true that Germans of St. Joseph's Congregation, Detroit, are apostatising, or those of Monroe, (Michigan)? If ever the episcopal "Regimen animarum" "ars artium" it is here. The diocese will raise between $4,000 and $5,000 for the Pope. He may probably transfer it to the American College in Rome.
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1860 Mar. 17
Pulsers, Father J(ames) J.:
Rome, (Italy)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere):
(Detroit, Michigan)
Pulsers intends to stay in Rome until June, 1861. The Holy Father and his government have been indignantly treated. Pulsers blames the French Emperor, thinks the Italian question has already become a European question which will terminate with a change in France. Italian young men are half crazy with notions of unity, freedom, etc. Due to Father J(ohn) Van Gennip's inability to collect but little of what was due Pulsers, he is sending a $100 draft which will more than pay his debts. In the preceding fall Pulsers visited Naples and witnessed the miracle of St. January, also went to Nocera Pagani where St. Alphonsus lived and died, and played on the old piano used by the saint. Many agreeable acquaintances make his stay useful.
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1860 Mar. 17
Scollard, Father J(ohn):
Nashville, Tenn(essee)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Absence from home on business for the Bishop prevented Scollard from receiving (Blanc)'s letter of the 5th up to the moment. He has been greatly encouraged by the clear and full statements in (Blanc)'s letter for now he can see that in going to New Orleans the risk is not so great as to make it morally wrong to try it. Bishop (James) Whelan, being busily engaged in preparing a lecture this evening, Scollard does not wish to trouble him on important business. He will inform (Blanc) by telegraph on the day of his leaving here, if he does not hear from (Blanc) to the contrary.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1860 Mar. 17
Verrina, C.M., Father A(nthony):
(Bouligny, Louisiana)
to Archbishop A(nthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Verrina sends Mr. Martin to talk with Blanc. It seems that the three young people are a little discouraged because Blanc hesitated to receive them. Martin even wished to apply to Bishop Elder but Verrina told him he had better go to see Blanc. As they look like good subjects Verrina thinks Blanc would do well to keep them.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}
1860 Mar. 18
Darby, (R.S.C.), Sister Emma:
Grand Coteau, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
They have learned that (Blanc) is ill. They pray that he will be restored to health and that he will be able to visit Sacred Heart. Sister will begin a novena to St. Philomena to effect his recovery.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}
1860 Mar. 18
Follot, Father F.C.:
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Follot rejoices in (Blanc's) full recovery. Michael Schlatre came a week ago to show Follot (Blanc's) letter about the bill of sale for the slaves. Their church is finished on the exterior except for the steeple; the interior is ready to plaster. The contractor gave his word the administrators were satisfied, now nothing is ready. Follot has a servant; he has neither a horse nor buggy, only a little pony. Mr. Herbert made him a present of 50 piastres. Nevertheless, he is making out all right. The two fairs were quite successful-almost 800 piastres. Herbert wants to buy 3 altars in St. Louis; they will have an organ from Cincinnati, they already have 2 bells, in all 900 piastres. The roads and his small resources keep him from going to Grosse-Tete as often as he would like. He hopes next year to take (Blanc) to visit this flourishing bayou. It is inhabited by a majority of Protestants; there is an Episcopalian and a Presbyterian church. Two planters want to give land near the railroad depot. Mrs. Maria L. Key subscribed 250 only under this condition. But the center of population is far from there, down the bayou, more on the Plaquemine side. Follot is going to try to get 2 or 3 arpents from a Doctor Garrett, a Protestant. The Protestants have a seminary for the girls, a college for the boys, and then there are the public schools. The Convent of the Holy Cross is getting on marvelously; 60 students of whom 18 or 20 are boarders. The (Sisters of the Holy Cross) would be good for him but he keeps his distance in order not to offend Father (Patrick F.) Shiel, (C.S.C.); he was here last week again. Follot would like to know the exact boundaries between St. Gabriel and St. Jean of Plaquemine and whether he can visit the sick or others on the other side of the river opposite Plaquemine. It is much nearer especially since there is a regular steam ferry. Is there any way to ask the pastor of St. James for the vestments which he had in the old church? Father (Cyril) Delacroix comes to see Follot often and Follot returns the visit. He also sees Father (Victor) Clerouin who is doing well at East Baton Rouge. Follot has not been able to obtain the sum for the marriage dispensation. He sends enclosed the Christmas collections for the seminary-15 piastres and 25 piastres from the late Mr. Dupuy. Mother du Calvaire, going to retreat, will bring this letter to (Blanc).
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1860 Mar. 18
Marneau, Louis Oscar:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Permission for his servant Fanny to marry Phil, belonging to Edmond (J.) Forstall.
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1860 Mar. 16
Forstall, Edm(ond) J.:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He gives permission for his slave Phil, a barber by profession, to marry whoever suits him. (Signed by) Oscar J. Forstall. On the back in Father S(tephen) R(ousselon)'s hand: Celebrated March 19, 1860. Witnessed by: U. Villoy and J(ulien) Badard.
VI-2-c - A.D.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {5}
1860 Mar. 19
Mina, Father, Ve. M(odest)e:
(Bonnet Carre, Louisiana)
to Archbishop Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
As usual First Communion will be after Easter. He thanks Blanc for having fixed the day when he will come for Confirmation, April 12. Father (Charles) Brun goes three times a week on the left bank to teach catechism and say Mass; he is a very zealous priest.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {2}
1860 Mar. 19
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He sent Archbishop (Francis Patrick) Kenrick's letter to (Blanc) last week. Someone has written (Odin) that (Blanc) intends to ordain around Easter. Will he admit among the ordinands (Peter) Berthet, one of his seminarians? (Odin) would like to have him receive several orders during his course of theology. The superior of the Benedictine Fathers who attended the provincial council will be in New Orleans with two new priests and two brothers. He asks (Blanc) to recommend them to Father Rousselon for an advance so that they may come to Galveston. All the inhabitants of Galveston were charmed by the good and solid instructions given by Father (J.) Hayden. His retreat did much good.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {5}
(18)60 Mar. 19
Seelos, C.SS.R., Father F(rancis) Xav(ier):
Cumberland, (Maryland)
to Bishop (Peter) P(aul) Lefevere:
(Detroit, Michigan)
In Lefevere's letter to Father (Adrian) Van de Braak he asks them to send the altar cards to Monroe by express. The expenses of the freight would cost more than the altar cards and he begs the favor of sending them occasionally when they may do so without expense. Since they only forgot to send them they did not expect so harsh a letter.
III-2-j - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 20
(Blanc) Ant(hony) Archbishop of:
N(ew) Orleans, (Louisiana)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell):
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
(Blanc) is sorry that (Purcell) felt necessary to apologize for his letter of the 15th because he regards the letter as one of true friendship. He had received a similiar one from Bishop (John M. Odin) of Galveston, enclosing one he had received from Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) of Baltimore, on the proposed names for the coadjutorship. (Kenrick says) that of the four names proposed there is but one that has a chance of being ratified. Blanc was prepared for those on the 1st and 4th but as to the third he did not know that Father (Napoleon J.) P(erche) had been spoken of in any council. When he left Kentucky 18 years ago he had only commendatory letters. He was the one to whom the bishops of the province had no objection. As to Father (Gilbert) R(aymond), Kenrick says he mismanaged St. Mary's College. But in Louisiana he has been a zealous missionary and now has two exemplary assistants one of whom is his brother. He is called a saint by Father (Stephen) Rousselon, and (Blanc) would hate to see him made coadjutor because he would lose his work in his present field. Finally if the Pope, on the advice of his counsellors, refuses to consider his nomination he intends to resign because he would consider such a step commanded by the lack of confidence in his judgment. (Purcell) will understand that he seeks nothing for himself in this.
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1860 Mar. 21
(Duggan), James, Bishop of Chicago:
Chicago, (Illinois)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
Purcell will have read of the death of Gov(ernor) Bissell who was a convert but not a very zealous one, Duggan fears. The Republican organs apologize for the funeral being according to the rites of the Catholic Church by saying that the governor's wife and family are warm Catholics but deny that the governor himself was a Catholic. Duggan will do what he can for Flynn. The late governor pardoned several at his request. If there is no charge against Sullivan's morals, Duggan may give him a trial. He is glad to see that Purcell has been handling Napoleon as he deserves.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {2}
1860 Mar. 21
Jourdan, S.J., Father Ant(hony) J.:
Spring Hill, (Alabama)
to Father (Etienne Rousselon):
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Jourdan writes to beg (Rousselon) to ask the Bishop if he would have a post for Father (A.) Desgaultieres who, because of interior difficulties is obliged to leave the Visitation Convent. He prefers a post in Louisiana as a chaplain rather than in a parish. Desgaultieres is an edifying priest of whose morality and sobriety there is not the slightest doubt. At Jourdan's entreaty he has abandoned the plan of returning to Lyon where his family is. P.S. (Rousselon) can rely on the necessity of this withdrawal. Bishop (John) Quinlan gave Jourdan the assurance.
VI-2-C - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 22
Pilié, Louis H.:
Surveyor's Department
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to H(en)ry McGuinn:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Receipted bill of $352.37 for one-half of the shelling of the street in front of St. Patrick's Cemetery, (Countersigned by) V. Duplessis, Comptroller.
VI-2-c - Receipted Bill - 1p. - folio - {3}
1860 Mar. 25
DuBernard, Father (Jean Honore):
Pont-Breaux, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Now that the work will be finished on his new church by Easter DuBernard asks (Blanc) to delegate a priest to bless it. Since pastors must be in their parishes on Easter, he cannot ask, as he would like, for Father Jan or Father Foltier. In any case (Blanc) could appoint a Jesuit. The president of G(rand) Coteau is sending Father Montillot, who will give a retreat for Holy Week. The contract for the church was for $5,000. Additional expenses for painting and glazing amount to $650, for a balustrade, $100, wardrobes for the sacristy, $100; more comfortable pews, $50; and cartage, tolls, etc., $100. Everyone is astonished that it has been possible to get so fine a church for $6,000. If, as the pastor of Lafayette assures him, (Blanc) travels to Attakapas, he will see for himself. $2,500 has been paid, and it will be possible to obtain only $1,500 more by subscription. He requests permission to mortgage the church for the remaining $2,000. When last in (New Orleans) he had told (Blanc) that he hoped to have the entire sum paid by Easter, but at that time he was counting on $1,500 from a lottery which proved to be unsucessful.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {3}
1860 Mar. 25
Spalding, M(artin) J., Bishop of Louisville:
Louisville, (Kentucky)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell):
of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
He is looking up the bill proposed by their legislature for establishing a house of refuge. It is all right and the K(now) N(othing) managers are sadly bothered about organizing under it. They can find no fault with the provisions which are clearly republican and clearly guard religious liberty. But Spalding will watch what they do in a subsequent legislature. He sends a copy of his lithograph.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1860 Mar. 26
Byrne, Bishop Andrew:
Fort Smith, (Arkansas)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Byrne received Blanc's favor and is delighted that he is improving in health. Byrne's preference would be, first, for Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché to be Blanc's coadjutor, his second choice, Father (Gilbert) Raymond, and third, the President of Spring Hill College (Father F. Gautrelet, S.J.). P.S. Byrne understands that the property which Father (F?) Martin promised Byrne, he is now inclined conveying to the Superior of the Seminary, (Vincentians). As this property is within six miles of Fort Smith and may be made useful to advance religion in the diocese Byrne wishes Blanc would remind Martin of his first promise. Byrne has everything to create and without means can do nothing.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {6}
1860 Mar. 26
Morel, Ernest:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Francois Lapierre and Mary Haynes.
VI-2-c - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 26
Morel, Ernest:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
License for Father (Stephen) Rousselon to marry Lucien Remy and Marie Philomene Soires.
VI-2-c - D.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 26
(Odin), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary):
Galveston, (Texas)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received (Blanc)'s letter of the 19th. It grieved him that (Blanc) is in trouble. He would not permit himself the slightest reflection on the judgment of their metropolitans concerning the names they have sent to Rome, but not knowing their motives, he thinks (Blanc) should await a letter from Rome before furnishing a new list. Bishop (Armand F.M.) De C(harbonnel) is probably in Rome and he will give an account of his diocese and the Holy Father can give him the necessary explanations. He never knew the complaints against Father (Napoleon Joseph) P(erché) but he has always been inspired by his conduct and his rare talents. Father (Gilbert) R(aymond) occasioned a slight loss of money while at St. Mary's B(altimore?) but one never undertakes a useful enterprise without running risks. If (Blanc) knows the objections to their three names would it not be good to state them to the Cardinal Pref(ect) and to tell the reasons for their choices. Rome could then decide.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 8vo. - {5}
1860 Mar. 26
Raymond, Father G(ilbert):
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Raymond has found Mr. Basset to whom the restitution contained in (Blanc)'s last letter was owed; his son lives at Holmsville. As to the marriage case about which (Blanc) advised him to wait until the parties themselves took steps to have it blessed, they have now done so and he asks for a dispensation for them. They are Joseph Rosa and Azelina Simon Fontinot. He desires advice on another marriage which he had refused to perform and which Father (Joseph) Lavay, (S.J.) performed at New Orleans. A mulatto named Joseph Gaines came to be married to a mulattess named McPherson. However he had already been married to a Protestant by a Protestant minister. The second wife is distressed and asked Raymond to do something for her. He is glad to have Father (P.) Gutton. He is truly pious, zealous and of excellent character. Gutton wished to go north to learn English and then to return to Opelousas for he believes that he is more useful as an assistant than as a pastor. He did not succeed at Villeplat(t)e. They are overwhelmed with work. (Blanc) has a Mr. Mandosie or some name like that in the seminary, if he could send him.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 4to. - {10}
1860 Mar. 27
Dalfriy, Julien:
Port Barre, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He asks Blanc to find out about his family as he was taken away or stolen when very young. His father was decorated with the ribbon of Alexander about 1812. His mother, according to what he has been told, died three days after his birth, and his father three days before his birth. The innkeeper who took him was French. She sold the decoration for food. She died in prison. He was then placed with Marechal McDonald, a peer of France. He has always followed the army. In 1829 he left Bordeaux with 15,000 francs consigned to Crespo de Laserne at Vera Cruz. In 1833 he went to New Orleans with letters of recommendation from de Laserne for Christoval Tolidana who treated him well. He is the father of a family and his only assets are his arms. He imagines that his father and mother left him something and he asks (Blanc) to write to Wessl Palin in Belgium or Germany where they both died. A letter to him would be in care of Jean Baptiste Dejean.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {5}
1860 March 28
(Brownson, Orestes A.):
Elizabeth, New Jersey
to Sir John (Dalberg Acton):
Brownson recalls vividly the many pleasant hours he spent with his young English friend. He was not aware that Sir John was connected with the Rambler. He is a subscriber to that periodical but has not received a number since a year ago owing to the blundering of the New York agent. It will be in Sir John's power to make an organ of great service to the good cause. Public opinion in the United States establishes a censorship as injurious to free thought as governmental censorship in other countries. English-speaking Catholics are intolerant not in matters of faith where they should be intolerant but in matters of opinion. Catholics lack self-reliance; they seem to fancy that there is no religion out of the monastery.
I-3-o - A.L. (Incomplete) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}
1860 March 28
Pabisch, Father Fr(ancis) J.:
Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop John B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He feels happy when he considers the truly fatherly interest Purcell is taking in his welfare. Boys may be sent to the American College at the age of 12 and under the same stipulations as at the Propaganda. The excommunication of all those who partook or will partake in the spoliation of the Church has been promulgated. Rome is in devout enthusiasm for the Holy Father. Special prayers are offered up for the conversion of the deluded robbers of the Church. The most enthusiastic people for the Pope are the Irish Catholics. The diocese of Dublin alone sent 50,000 pounds. If there ever was, Victor Emmanuel is a true son of the father of lies. The students of the Sapientia created a disturbance on the name day of Garibaldi but the gendarmes beat them down. The Pope highly praised the Italian Gendarmes. The price of food is high in Rome. The "Beneficenza" gives employment to hundreds of poor. The arduous duty of preaching takes up Pabisch's time. Bishop (Armand) de Charbonnel lives at the Cappucine. Monsignor Therode was sent by the Secretary of State to Brussels to induce General La Moriciere to take command of the papal army. A new edition of the decrees of the Sacred Congregation of Trent is being prepared. Dr. Smith continues to reside at the American College. Purcell's wish is that Pabisch should return materially improved.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 8vo. - {2}
1860 March 28
Whelan, James, Bishop of Nashville:
Nashville, (Tennessee)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
Father (John) Scollard has applied to the late Bishop (Richard P.) Miles for admission to Purcell's diocese. Permission was granted but Scollard delayed for a long time and after Miles' death he concluded to remain. Scollard again changed his mind when Purcell wrote to him. Whelan was sorry to see him go as he could attend to the Irish on the railroads. But to avoid and misunderstanding, Whelan wishes to state that he does not want Scollard back.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1860 March 29
Burnett, Peter H.:
San Jose, (California)
to Archbishop John B(aptist) Purcell:
of Cincinnati, Ohio
He did not publish an extract of Purcell's letter as there was no express consent given as in Archbishop (John) Hughes' letter. He has reflected much on the question of the personal inspiration of each apostle as to judicial questions and is satisfied that Purcell is right. A legislative question is what shall the law be, and refers to the future; while a judicial question is what the law is, and refers to the present. A court of justice never reviews a decision of a court of final appeal. This judicial question as to the materiality of circumcision was decided by St. Paul. An appeal was taken to the Council of Jerusalem. Final action was taken by the Council because, though individually infallible, St. Paul had only original and not final jurisdiction of the case. It is certain that the council of Jerusalem was inspired as the organ of the Church. It was not idle for the council to rehear the appeal of St. Paul. He seeks Purcell's opinion about the matter. His work seels rapidly in California.
II-5-a - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 4to. - {2}
1860 Mar. 29
Hubert, S.J., Father D(arius):
Baton Rouge, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc:
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Hubert has seen Mrs. (Maria L.) Key this morning and he has promised to visit Bayou Maringouin shortly; he will give (Blanc) the necessary information on that locality. The most convenient time for the confirmation will be the end of May or the beginning of June. According to what the priests of the nearby parishes tell him this would also be the most favorable time for them. His church fair was very successful. They have a net profit of 1200 piastres. They are repairing the rectory.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {3}
1860 Mar. 29
Mojat, Father H.:
Le Francais, Martinique
to Archbishop (Anthony Blanc):
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Mojat is a French priest working in Martinique for over two years. He has remained an assistant due to the large number of priests in this colony. If (Blanc) needs a French priest, Mojat offers his services. He is 35, in good health, and used to a warm country. He is a native of Belley and believes there are many priests from Lyon in New Orleans. P.S. Mojat will go to New Orleans on a leave of several months which will be changed to a definite leave if (Blanc) admits him.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {2}
1860 March 29
O'Reilly, S.J. (Father) B(ernard):
Fordham, (New York)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
The writer has been so busy that he has not had time to visit Brownson. Father O'Reilly's mother was half Norman. When he next sees Brownson he will have much to say in regard to what the Father Provincial told him about Henry. He reveres Mrs. Brownson as his own mother. The engraving is from the Father Provincial and is indulgenced. If possible, he must see Brownson in Williamsburgh during the retreat starting Palm Sunday. He will try to get one hundred subscribers to the Review in Williamsburgh. Doctor (Constantine)Pise is anxious to help Brownson in his cause. He is carrying out Malone's wishes. Father Matignon wishes O'Reilly to join their staff in Paris. This offer does not tempt him.
I-3-o - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {3}
1860 Mar. 29
Regis, (S.C.), Sister (Francis):
Female Orphan Asylum
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc) is to let her know if Mr. D'Amas has been able to find out anything of the deed as they are in need of the money, having put off many bills in hopes of getting the legislative grant.
VI-2-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}
1860 Mar. 30
Blineau, Oliver:
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Blineau's will. He names Antoine Carriere as residual heir and legatee and in case of death, his wife Emma Carriere. To his wife Therese, Blineau leaves a house in St. Anne Street and $400 income for life. He gives liberty to all his slaves and 15 a day for life; $100 to each if they leave the country. To his sister, the widow Lemoine, the enjoyment of six properties in the city. To his nephews and nieces Gillois(?) four houses opposite the Place d' Armes. To the four Carriere daughters the four corners on the island where the building of the French Benevolent Society is situated. To the McClellan children a house; to Jules Martin a piece of land; to Oliver Leroux land and a house; to the four daughters of his half brother Jules and the two children of his half sister Martin, each $1000; to the orphans of the 3rd District $3000.
VI-2-c - Unsigned Copy - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {1}
1860 March 30
Putnam, Edw(ard):
Northwhitefield, M(ain)e
to (Orestes A.) Brownson:
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Putnam has seen by a list of the contents of the Review that Brownson did not publish his second article. Supposing Brownson does not intend to publish it he encloses postage for its return with, if possible, the first manuscript. If Brownson can use it by cutting it down, he is free to do so. He has prepared another essay and will send it unless Brownson would not care to receive it.
I-3-o - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}