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(1867 Oct.)
Denavit, Father: (Lyons, France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Ambierle, France)

He sends the letters he has received. They will always be glad to have him at the seminary, however, from the 6th when the clergy retreat begins, to the next Saturday, their house will be entirely occupied and they even lack room for all the requests, because of Bishop (Gaspar) Mermillod who will preach their retreat.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}

1867 Oct.
Crespin, Father: Faronville, (France)
to Father (Denavit: Lyons, France)

About 10 days ago he sent (Denavit), on the advice of the Superior of the seminary of Orleans, a letter for Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.) of New Orleans. He expressed the desire of offering himself to (Odin)'s diocese and Father Malet supported his request. Not having received a reply, he does not know if his request was granted or if he should look for a position for the year. He asks (Denavit) what he thinks about the delay of an answer to his letter.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}

(1867 Oct.)
Durier, Marie: (Lyons, France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Her brother told her that it was (Odin) who advised him to take them out of their misery. They will never forget (Odin)'s and her brother's kindness. Probably (Odin) will sometime find out something about her son among his confreres. If her son was under (Odin)'s protection she would be at peace but she does not have this good fortune. She asks (Odin) to bless her rosary and her husband's. She will put them beside the statue of the Blessed Virgin which he blessed. She wishes him a safe journey and hopes to see him next year.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}

(1867 Oct.)
Moubard, Father B.: Angers, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Father (H.) Rouillard will come to (Odin) soon. This excellent child is always in the best of dispositions. Moubard has on hand a number of copies of the work of Father Peltier on the Syllabus. He has thought of asking Rouillard to take a certain number with him to sell in America. The income would be useful for a pressing need of the seminary. He will not to do it unless (Odin) finds it proper.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}

(1867 Oct.)
Reculon, S.M., Father P.: (Paris, France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

As there are two departures he asks permission not to go until November 19. His nephew is to be married November 9; his family begs him to ask for these few days. Will the first caravan be more privileged than the second? Will not two Bishops, Bishop (Claude Marie) Dubuis and Bishop (William Henry Elder) of Natchez be enough? The wise speculator does not put all his riches on one ship.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}

1867 Oct.
Scheck, Father Ignatius: Cologne, (Germany) Prussia
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin: Lyons, France)

Scheck thanks (Odin) for his letter and promises to be with him on the third or fourth of November in Paris. Father (Peter) Leonard Thevis, formerly his disciple and now vicar in Hambach, has written and is willing to go to New Orleans as an assistant at Holy Trinity of (Odin) will supply the proper letters for the purpose. He gives Thevis' address. Scheck would like to ask a third priest, a Father Hellinger, who has completed his studies at the German College and has been assigned to a church in the diocese of Paderborn and who has a master of arts. The house where he lived is cared for by a niece of Scheck. If he can persuade Hellinger and his niece to come with them their domestic affairs will be taken care of. But all these things he submits to the Archbishop.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (Latin) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {3}

1867 Oct. 1
Edwards, Father John:
St. Joseph Seminary (Troy, New York)
to Bishop F(rancis) P. McFarland of: Hartford, (Connecticut)

There are two seminarians from the Diocese of Hartford, Kinnearney and McCauley about whose expenses Edwards has heard nothing. He asks McFarland to inform him if the diocese is paying their bills. (On the back is written): McCauley, Father John Lynch; Kinnearney, Diocese.

I-1-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {2}

1867 Oct. 1
Evrard, Father C(harles): Toledo, (Ohio)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere): Detroit, (Michigan)

He sends Lefevere by Father (F.) Boff a letter of Bishop (Amadeus) Rappe addressed to Evrard, his answer to that letter, and a previous document he sent to Cardinal (Alexander) Barnabo in Rome. By these letters Lefevere will know his present status. He is no longer pastor of the German parish of Toledo, but will remain there to try to save it from financial difficulties. He can not say Mass there, and turns to Lefevere's charity and old friendship for permission to do so in Detroit diocese as he did at other times for Father (John) Daudet. He would like to say Mass at least on Sunday at Vienna, (Michigan) in Father Ch(arles) Thomas' church.

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Enclosure:

(1867) (Sep?)
(Rappe), Bishop A(madeus): Cleveland, (Ohio)
to Father (Charles) Evrard: (Toledo, Ohio)

Rappe believes he ought to give Evrard a successor in the German mission of Toledo. He has named Evrard a missionary of the congregation at Fort Jennings in the place of Father (L ) Viere; his powers as missionary in Toledo have been withdrawn. He should be at his new station for next Sunday, 29 September. His successor will arrive at Toledo next Friday the 27th. The house is to be put at his disposal, and the church and all the registers and books of the mission are to be handed over to him.

- A.L.S. Copy - (French) -

Enclosure:

1867 Sep. 28
Evrard, Father C(harles): Toledo, (Ohio)
to Bishop (Amadeus) Rappe: (Cleveland, Ohio)

Evrard this morning gave Viere possession of the house, church and registers. His good Germans are in consternation. Evrard will use his right to appeal to Rome. If there are recent grave reasons, why did Rappe appoint him president of the Church Conference of his district? Rappe's action is due to his sending Rappe's circular of May 3 to Rome. He can not accept any other post in the diocese until Rome answers.

- A.L.S. Copy - (French) -

Enclosure:

1867 Jun. 15
Evrard, Father C(harles): Toledo, Ohio
to Cardinal (Alexander) Barnabo: (Rome, Italy)

He sends a circular letter (no enclosure) which is addressed to the clergy of Cleveland. The regulations which accompany this letter are painfully impressive to most of his confreres. In their name he humbly submits this new law of the diocese and the grave canonical objections which seem to them to be contrary to it. Their Bishop, by this Circular of May 3, 1867, orders his priests to make an accurate census of the families which compose each of their parishes or missions, and to send for the support of the diocesan seminary a sum of 60 cents (3 francs) per family. Any priest who refuses to obey this regulation is ipso facto suspended a divinis nor can he be absolved by any other than by the bishop. Such grave penalties are not necessary for a just and wise law. In a wholely new country where the Church possesses nothing, one can not apply the decrees of the Council of Trent authorizing bishops to take ecclesiastical benefits for the creation and maintenance of seminaries. In America pastors are solely supported by alms and annual contributions freely by the faithful, whose charity and liberality are known throughout the entire world. Church, schools and rectories rise up as by magic over every place of the diocese. The diocesan seminary received in last year's collection a sum of 6,000 to 7,000 dollars, considerable for a diocese of 80 parishes. To introduce the taxes instead of voluntary contributions will produce the following consequences: 1. to dry up the source of charity 2. to create in their parishes a disastrous discontent of religion 3. to permit a principle the arbitary application of which would become each year more frequent 4. to trouble the conscience of poor priests to whom it is morally impossible in their towns to make even approximately a census of the number of families. If this law is just and cononical, they will be happy to learn it, and their obedience will be complete and cordial. If their remonstrate are well grounded, they hope Barnabo will introduce the necessary modifications and the cause of the seminary will lose nothing.

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III-2-l - A.L.S. and Copies - (French) - 11pp. - 12mo - {5}

1867 Oct. 3
Gaudet, O.M.I., Father A(ugustin): Lyons, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Ambierle, France)

Since arriving in France, Gaudet has gone to Lyons at least four times without being able to see (Odin). They told him at the seminary that they did not know when (Odin) would return. Bishop (Claude Marie) Dubuis, on leaving, told him to go to see (Odin) at Ambierle. It is so far he prefers to wait until (Odin)'s return to Lyons. He is very anxious about their priests (Oblates of Mary Immaculate) at Brownsville. On August 10 yellow fever was at Corpus (Christi). Letters from New Orleans have announced the death of two priests, Father (Constant) Orhant and Father (Rudolph) Eppinger. Gaudet will bring with him two young priests and a lay Brother. He counted on the Propagation of the Faith for their passage but he could not get it. Dubuis promised passages as far as New York but Gaudet has no money to get them to New Orleans. If (Odin) will advance it, Gaudet will pay it back in New Orleans from the deposit he has with (Odin).

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {5}

1867 Oct. 3
Raymond, Father G(ilbert): New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Raymond will write one more time before (Odin) leaves Europe. The Boudousquié family is delighted; Henry Boudousquié is in New York. At Trinity they told him that Father (Francis X.) Seelos, (C.SS.R.) died yesterday at Lafayette; it may be only a rumor. A seminarian named Smith of St. Louis who had been a doctor died of the yellow fever. Father (Alexius H.) Mandine, (C.M.), Father (J. Francis Raymond), and two priests of St. Joseph's are new cases according to Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché. Father(Felix) Benausse, (S.J.), knowing Raymond's brother was ill at Washington, went to see him; Father (F.) Nachon is with him and takes his place. Seven or eight Sisters are dead of the fever. Father (Francis) Pont died of it at Pass Christian; Fathers(John) Gonnard, Micouleau, and Renoux died at Bay St. Louis. The Church at Gretna is abandoned; Raymond has no one to send there. Since Father Bernard left there have been no sermons in German at Trinity. The Marists are overtaxed; Father (Anthony) Jourdan, (S. J.) says he has no one for that language and Father (John) Duffy, (C.SS.R.) says with four of their priests ill, they cannot come. Raymond goes as much as he can. Deaths have been as high as 88 a day. There has been an election for an assembly. The whites, in general, have abstained; even the negroes have not all voted. There will probably be enough votes to hold one. Blind Nolan of Memphis drew on Raymond for $3000. Raymond had $1100; (Thomas) Layton gave $1900. Their revenue has diminished because of the epidemic. Two seminarians from Emmittsbourg wrote to be admitted here. He told them that on his return from Europe (Odin) would probably go through Baltimore and to write him in care of Father Dubreuil. Father Perché has ordered prayers for the cessation of the yellow fever. (Odin) is to bring as many priests as possible, especially several German ones. (Odin) is not to forget what Raymond said about the old church in Ursulines Street. As he has heard nothing more about Seelos, Raymond thinks his death was a rumor. P.S. Respects from Father Chalon and many others.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {19}

1867 Oct. 5
Caillet, S.M., Father G(uillaume): Paris, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

On his arrival in Paris on the 3rd, he got (Odin)'s letter September 29. He submitted to the Council (Odin)'s request expressed with such kindness for their Society of Mary. A large number of their Brothers would be happy to reply to his appeal but necessity forces Caillet to limit it to a simple consent in favor of the New Orleans province. Personnel is lacking for their establishments in France. He is going to write to Father (J.N.) Reinbold, (S.M.) their provincial in America, to tell him that if he can arrange for four Brothers for New Orleans he should let Caillet know immediately. He may have a reply when (Odin) calls on him before leaving for America. (Odin) is at liberty to apply to another Congregation. Caillet signs as Superior General.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}

1867 Oct. 5
Dubuis, C(laude) M(arie), Bishop of Galveston: Coutonvre, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Ambierle, France)

He arrived from Belley where he had to go for seminarians. He is going to preach the feast of the Rosary at Coutouvre and Vougy; tomorrow evening he will leave for Nancy and Strasbourg, perhaps further. So it is impossible for him to go for the wine harvest at the nephew's, Jean Claude. He is sending Father (Augustin) Gaudet, (O.M.I.) in his place. Everything is arranged in Paris for November 7 and 21. Abbé Perrin will be with them as soon as his affairs are settled.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {3}

1867 Oct. 5
Lacouture, E.: Bourbon, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Ambierle, France)

He has just received word from his sister, Mrs. Moulin, telling him that (Odin) is now at Ambierle with his family. He would like to go to see (Odin), but Mrs. La Couture is in very poor health and he cannot leave her. He had asked Mrs. Mocelin(?) to inform him of (Odin)'s arrival at Arfeiulles but his visit was too short. (Odin) is the hope of his unfortunate fellow countrymen and of their Catholic brothers of Louisiana. They await his return with impatience; he sees dark clouds over that distant country. His family has added a member since (Odin)'s visit to Passy. His son married a girl whose family Lacouture knew in Virginia and whom he found again after 5 years last year in Paris. The mother who is now a widow is Mrs. Louise de Gouvais (?); the whole family returned to America; they live in Baltimore at Mrs. Forbes'.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {3}

1867 Oct. 5
Millet, Father: La Chambre, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

He received (Odin's) reply of the 2nd. He will leave Savoie alone; the young men who seemed to favor going with (Odin) have written that they will continue their theology at Chambéry and follow their attraction for the missions when they are priests. He has notified Father (Clement?) Begés of the day of embarking from Havre. He and Begés intend to arrive in Paris before the end of October.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}

1867 Oct. 6
Perché, Father N(apoleon) J(oseph): New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.): Lyons, (France)

He received Odin's letters of the 11th on September 30. On the 29th he gave a retreat at the convent. He issued two circular letters, one for public prayers and one appeal for charity "at home and abroad." The epidemic is raging. Father (Francis) Nachon, (S.J.) died at Washington; Father (John) Kelly, (C.M.) of Bouligny Seminary died; Father (Francis X.) Seelos, C.SS.R. is dead; and this morning another German priest died. Father (J. Francois) Raymond is convalescing. Father (Gustave) Rouxel of Vermillionville is very ill. This week Father (John Claude) Férec is ill. Father (John F.) Cambiaso, (S.J.) has named the Sisters of Puy, the Sisters of Notre Dame de Puy; they seem to be the same ones about whom Odin spoke. Father (Cyril) Delacroix wishes to have them; both Delacroix and Cambiaso have written about them but have had no reply. The Sisters were given their retreat last year by Father Rubin(?), S.J. Delacroix would give them a house in Baton Rouge on condition that they take charge of a girls' orphanage now under the patronage of a Ladies Association (Société de Notre Dame de Bons Secours?). According to a letter received here Odin has arranged with Bishop (Claude Marie) Dubuis to leave November 4. It seems Dubuis has lost a fourth priest in Texas but Perché does not know his name. Odin is to remember Perché to the Quincy and d'Aquin families in Paris, especially Amelie Rixner(?). It seems strange she should want to return here so quickly. Father (Francis M.) Marion is still in Baltimore. If he comes, Perché will forbid him to make an appearance at New Iberia until Odin returns. Before leaving for France he proposed to the Superior General of the Brothers of Puy, those who have a house at Bay St. Louis, to give them charge of the school at New Iberia. The administrator of the diocese of Baltimore has ordered a collection for the yellow fever sufferers of New Orleans and Texas. Perché's appeal had been sent to all the Bishops of the north and west and (Thomas) Layton who had the idea first, with Mr. Burke sent it to the banks.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {18}

1867 Oct. 7
Aubrée, Father: Vitré, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

The family of the young priest (Odin) has just lost in New Orleans plan to have a solemn service on the 17th. Aubrée asks if (Odin) could come for the consolation of the excellent family of the deceased.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 7
Denavit, Father: Lyons, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Ambierle, France)

The clergy retreat prevents the Superior from answering (Odin)'s letter; Denavit writes in his place. They know little about the young man in question. What made them not call him was doubts about his honesty. He has good qualities; they have seen that some with whom they were not satisfied have developed successfully in the missions. They are looking forward to (Odin)'s return. Bishop Mermillod has attracted a great number of priests at the retreat; the first, preached by Bishop de Charbonnel was very edifying.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 9
Crespin, Abbé: Faronville, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

The Superior of the Seminary of Orléans where Crespin finished his theology, has invited him to tell (Odin) of his desire to join the little colony which (Odin) plans to take with him to New Orleans. He is only in minor orders; he is 36. He was in the Jesuit Society for 8 years with simple vows. He was released to go to the aid of his family. Now that he is no longer needed, he wishes to give his life to the Church.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 10
Műller, C.SS.R. Father M(ichael): Baltimore, (Maryland)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Műller thanks McMaster for returning his manuscript and for the favorable criticism of it. Rev. Father Wayrich too read the treatise and wrote a favorable criticism. With such great men concurring on it, Rome cannot withhold the "Imprimatur", he feels. He remarks on the comments McMaster added at the end of his letter, and feels that McMaster, as Abraham, was willing to sacrifice his most precious possession to the Lord, his son, and that his reward will also be very great. The priests all love and esteem McMaster. Műller has written another book, not quite finished, the reading of which should give satisfaction as the style is entertaining. He promises to pray that the Lord may always be the Master of McMaster, then he will be really a McMaster, i.e. the son of the best of Masters.

I-1-n - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 10
Raymond, Father G(ilbert): New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

He had not intended to write once more to Europe; his letter may not arrive before (Odin) Leaves. Father (Francis X.) Seelos, (C.SS.R.) is dead; also Father (Charles) Stiessberger, (C.SS.R.); the Redemptorists have also lost several Brothers. Father (Francis) Nachon, (S.J.), who went to replace Father (J. Francois) Raymond at Washington was taken sick after two days; he died in two days. Father (Anthony) de Chaignon, (S.J.) went to replace him. This devotion of the priests has made a very favorable impression at Opelousas and Washington. Father (John) Kelly, C.M. of Bouligny Seminary is dead. Father (Gustave) Rouxell is ill at Vermillionville. He was given the last sacraments by Father (J. Francis) Abbadie, (S.J.) who went to replace him. The three colored Sisters from Baltimore (Oblate Sisters of Providences) are ill; Dr. Faget is taking care of them. Father (Napoleon Joseph) Perché has recomended prayers for the end of the epidemic; also an appeal for the different asylums. Perché has made several trips; he has gone to Plaquemine. Raymond's health continues to be excellent.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {12}

1867 Oct. 14
Deynoodt, S.J., Father Francis: Brussels, (Belgium)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

He has received permission from Father General to accompany (Odin) to New Orleans. He has passage on a boat leaving November 7 from Havre for New York. When could he see (Odin) in Paris?

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 14
Girard, Father G(eorge) V(ictor): Detroit, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere: (Detroit, Michigan)

Lefevere, indifferent to Girard's repeated requests, wishes to force him to remain at St. Anne's and demands in writing his reasons for departing. He wonders the reason of this arbitrary demand. He asks a change: 1. Because in sending him here Lefevere gave him verbally the power to administer the sacraments without any instruction about his rights and position; he lets him absolutely to the discretion of Father (Bernard) Soffers; all he gets is his Mass stipends, and is ordered around like a servant. If Canon Law is not established here then the natural moral law is; 2. A question of language; French children do not speak and understand their parents' language; they can not confess in their parents' tongue; 3. His age and infirmities; he prefers a small mission to a big town, where he can enjoy a little calm with sufficient revenue to live on. He is not tied to this diocese.

III-2-l - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 4to. - {2}

1867 Oct. 14
St. Cyr, H(yacinthe)de: Paris, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

They came here to place Mary at Sacre Coeur; they found his letter of October 7. Bishop (Claude Marie) Dubuis forgot to tell them that (Odin) was in France. In a few days they are returning to Nice and will not see him. He asks (Odin) to go to see Mary while in Paris. They all spent the Vacation at the baths at Arcachon and in September sent (Odin) a package of letters to New Orleans. Galveston has been sorely tried; 902 dead of yellow fever.

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On the same paper:

(1867 Oct. 14)
St. Cyr, P(auline) de: (Paris, France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

She regrets not being able to have the pleasure of having (Odin) at Nice. They came to take Mary to Sacré Coeur to finish her studies. Mary was taken with a cold and P(auline) has gone every day to see her. They have three other little girls at Layrac. P.S. If (Odin) sees Dubuis he is to tell him that she left a package for him with Bishop Buquet.

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VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {4}

1867 Oct. 14
Young, Father N(icholas) R.: Kenton, (Ohio)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell: of Cincinnati, Ohio)

He sends $18.50, the collection taken up for the suffering in the South. It is the best he could do. He holds himself in readiness for the future expression of Purcell's will.

II-5-c - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 15
Lossouarn, Em(manuel) M(ar)ie: St. Brieuc, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

In case (Odin) comes to St. Brieuc during his absence, Lossouarn wants to tell him that he has persisted in his resolve. (Odin) is to let him know the day of departure. He will arrive at the seminary Thursday night.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 16
Sorin, C.S.C. Father Edward: Notre Dame, Indiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell: of Cincinnati, Ohio.

(Withdrawn to Provincial Archives).

{2}

1867 Oct. 16
Valenti, Father: Rome, (Italy)

A certificate stating that Horace Cajone from Naples lived in the parish of St. Mary in Via Lata from November 1866 to August and that nothing contrary to his good name was reported in that time.

VI-2-m - A.D.S. - (Latin) - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 17
Avril, J.: Nantes, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

(Odin) appealed to the seminarians of Nantes. Avril would like to leave with him. His director asked him for the permission to approach Bishop (Anthony M.) Jaquemet but because of many refusals, Avril prefers to address (Odin). Jaquemet has a rule forbidding all students to leave the diocese before finishing his seminary. If he gives permission, Avril is (Odin)'s. If (Odin) accepts this plan, Avril will go to his home to ask his parents' consent and will be at (Odin)'s call on November 7. He is in first year philosophy.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 3pp. - 12mo. - {2}

1867 Oct. 17
Delphin, Father: St. Etienne, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Young (Joseph) Poisson has asked for a certificate of good conduct to present to (Odin); he has nothing to say which would compromise his future. He is so young that Delphin could take no responsibility for his vocation about which he has not been consulted.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}

1867 Oct. 17
Pittori, Father: (Rome, Italy)

The Pastor certifies that Horatio Cajone lived in the parish of St. Mary di Monti from May 4, 1866 to November maintaining good conduct.

VI-2-m - A.D.S. - (Italian) - 1p. - 16mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 18
Delphin, Father: St. Etienne, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

He regrets not to have seen (Odin) when he was at St. Etienne. He is happy to recommend young (John) Dumas who consecrates himself to the missions under (Odin).

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}

1867 Oct. 18
Reculon, S.M., Father P.: Paris, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

He has received permission to follow (Odin) to America. He asks the date and place of departure. He also asks if (Odin) will pass through Paris and whether he should wait for (Odin) there.

VI-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1867 Oct. 18
Rumilly, (O.M. Cap.?), Father Genereux de: Sao Paulo, Brazil
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.): New Orleans, (Louisiana)

For several years he has been trying to get news of Father (Stephen) Rousselon, vicar general in 1854. Friendship and gratitude urge him to make new efforts. He has not heard from Rousselon since 1855. Has he lost him as he did Bishop Cretin and Bishop Blanc? He asks Odin to allay his fears about this man who was so kind to him during his stay in New Orleans in 1853. Since 1854 the Capuchins of Savoie have been in charge of the Seminary of St. Paul, founded in that year by Bishop Joachim Antoine de Mello.

Vi-2-m - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}

1867 Oct. 18
Sadlier, J(ames): New York (City), New York
to Orestes A. Brownson: (Elizabeth, New Jersey)

Sadlier is forwarding a letter from Father Tho(mas) Farell which is in consequence of Brownson's "Reconstruction". The letter is not sent for the purpose of finding fault with Brownson's article, but Sadlier endorses it fully, and says that when one gets an idea in one's head he should keep it. However, he would like Brownson to make the articles as short as the subject will permit. Mrs. Sadlier may spend a few weeks in Montreal. Sadlier wants to know if Brownson would like proofs of his articles in the absence of Mrs. Sadlier. P.S.—Sadlier wants to know Brownson's reactions should she reduce the price of the Tablet.

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1867 Oct. 19
Feehan, Patrick A. Bishop of Nashville: Nashville, (Tennessee)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell: of (Cincinnati, Ohio)

He cannot sufficiently thank Purcell for sending the Sisters to the poor people of Memphis, (Tennessee). The fever is pretty bad there. All hope the scourge will not last as frost will come soon. Feehan is sorry he was not in Rome for the meetings. He trusts God will protect the Sisters.

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1867 Oct. 19
Vallée, Father R(éné): Orégon, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Yesterday Vallée received (Odin)'s letter of the 16th. The news about Father (Constant) Orhant caused him great sorrow; it is sweet to die when one has lived as saintly a life as he did. It has not been long since Vallée heard from Fathers Le Saicherre, Subileau and Le Cozic; they were all well. Since Vallée's arrival in France the Bishop of St. Brieuc has given him faculties in his whole canton so he has spent his time usefully. Father (J.B.) Jobert wrote last week saying that he would leave November 23 or December 7. Yesterday Vallée had dinner with Abbé (Emmanuel Marie Lossouarn) Lozouarne who has decided to go back to New Orleans with (Odin). Vallée's intention is to leave with Jobert. When he left Ville-Platte he intended never to return so before he sets out he would like to know whether (Odin) can assign him to some other post where he will have a confrere or at least see one from time to time. Coming back, the transatlantic boat gave him $150 off as a priest. If Father Raymond had used the word "missionary" he would have obtained his passage gratis. He asks (Odin) to send a paper attesting that he is a missionary. Possibly then he can pay the little seminary of Dinan one year of his board.

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(1867) Oct. 20
Lemmonier, C.S.C., Father A(ugust): Notre Dame, (Indiana)
to James F. Edwards: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Lemmonier started for Toledo to see Edwards but missed the train. He will try again next week. When he started he was given a big load of compliments for Edwards. Poor E. O'Brien is not very strong and never could get well at Notre Dame. Lemonnier will give Edwards a good Latin teacher Father Chemin.

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1867 Oct. 21
Ballandras, Father: St. Etienne, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

As (John) Dumas's only teacher for four years Ballandras can assure (Odin) of his excellent qualities which would make him a good missionary. He asks (Odin) to consider this young seminarian.

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1867 Oct. 21
(Berger) Benoit M(aria), Abbot of Gethsemani, Kentucky: Montoir, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Not being able to remain in France longer and wishing to safely receive a clock he has just bought and which cannot be sent him until next week, (Berger) asks (Odin) to put it with his baggage. If he can do this he is to write to Father Jean Marie, abbot of Bellefontaine, to tell him where to send it, Havre or Brest. (Berger) leaves Saturday on the Europe with several priests and Sisters.

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1867 Oct. 21
Bonniot, Father J.M.: Chambéry, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, C.M.: (Lyons, France)

He learned from Father Millet of Chambéry, whom Odin has chosen to work under him, of Odin's presence in France and intention to return soon to Louisiana. He has just received a letter from Father (John) Cambiaso saying that he had deposited 1033 piastres to Bonniot's name and sent the receipt from the bank. If Odin will lend this out at interest, he could send the interest with his pension. If Odin agrees, Bonniot will send the receipt to Millet. Bonniot and Felix would like to join Millet. Odin knows that Bonniot's infirmities prevent him; Felix still keeps the hope of his health improves.

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1867 Oct. 21
Crébuchet, Abbe G.T.: Mont-Ferrand, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

At the beginning of July he received a letter from Father (Francis M.) Marion who accompanied (Odin) to France saying that the Superior of the seminary had told him that Crébuchet wished to go to America and that Marion planned to speak to Odin about him; and that they planned to leave France at the end of September. Crébuchet replied that he was ready to go but since he has not heard from (Odin) he thought he had found enough subjects without him so he was preparing to go to the foreign mission seminary in Paris when he learned that (Odin) was to come here to get him. This information came through Father Jacquet, a director of the seminary. He asks for a reply so that he can go to the foreign mission seminary if it is not favorable; otherwise he will have to spend another year at Mont-Ferrand.

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1867 Oct. 21
Faure, Father J.A.: St. Etienne, (France)
to Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin, (C.M.: Lyons, France)

The bearer of this note has brought such good recommendations from his parish priest that Faure scarcely need add anything. He has been through all his Latin studies. He has given proof of his determination in conquering the consent of his mother. (On the address side): To introduce Joannes Dumas. (The letter is addressed to) Odin and also to Mr. Chamboret (courtesy of?) Mr. Nicolle..

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1867 Oct. 21
Faure, Father J.A.: St. Etienne, (France)
to Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin, (C.M.: Lyons, France)

The bearer of this note is a boy Faure can sincerely recommend. Though he is not yet 16, he has already gone through his classics up to the second and always stood first in his class. He conceived the idea of devoting himself to the missions after hearing Father (Peter) Berthet of Texas preach. His mother is a seamstress and cannot earn enough to feed and clothe the boy at school. She is anxious for Odin to receive him; she is ready to let him follow his vocation. (On the address page): To introduce Joseph Poisson.

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1867 Oct. 21
Faure, Father J.A.: St. Etienne, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

There is a young lady here who wishes to devote herself to the missions. She is 20, strong, can read and write, and is a good dressmaker. She wrote through the chaplain of the hospital where she works. She asks (Odin) to take her with him and place her in an order. If (Odin) wishes her to make her novitiate in France she will enter the house (Odin) names. If she does not suit (Odin) perhaps Bishop (Claude Marie) Dubuis could put her in his hospital at Galveston. On the 23rd some students will come to ask (Odin) to receive them. They are Vincent Fau, L'espinasse, (John) Dumas, Joseph Poisson and Eloi Rauch. Faure has given letters of recommendation to Dumas and Poisson. Dumas comes recommended by others; everyone tries to dissuade Poisson and only because he is too young; he will be 16 in December. Faure desires very much to have him received; he deserves (Odin)'s favor. Faure waits for (Odin)'s answer to see if (Odin)'s judgment does not declare him to be right over an old pastor who wants Poisson to remain in his school 2 years longer without thinking of the poor mother who must support him and also whether he might lose his vocation in the meantime. As for the three others, they come to (Odin) of their own desire. Fathers Brunel and Massardier can inform (Odin) on their intelligence. About their conduct; several things rather bad are reported of the two first mentioned; Faure cannot say if they are true. All these young people have asked of themselves to go to Louisiana.

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1867 Oct. 21
McNeirny, Father F(ranc)is: New York, (New York)
to Bishop (Francis P. McFarland) of: (Hartford, Connecticut)

McNeirny apologizes for his delay since he wanted to remove any doubt about the ceremony for which he is to be master of ceremonies. He quotes from the decree that the altar must be consecrated at the same time that the church is to be consecrated. McNeirny takes for granted that the altar must be a fixed one. As to the address, since there is no founder he suggests that they omit it. The breaking of the seal of the present altar and extracting the relics would desecrate the present altar and McFarland can do that. He will try to get a copy of the Falise book and bring it to New Haven.

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1867 Oct. 21
Purcell, J(ohn) B(aptist), Archbishop: of Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Bishop (George Carrell: Covington, Kentucky)

Purcell asks the bishop to answer certain questions about the sacrament of marriage. There are nine questions about powers, impediments, means of getting a divorce, interracial marriage, the application of the decrees of the Council of Trent, general relations with the civil powers, clandestine marriages. P.S. The Sacred Congregation of Propaganda desires this information.

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1867 Oct. 21
Purcell, Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist): Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere: Detroit, (Michigan)

He extends a cordial welcome home. Cardinal (Alexander) Barnabo has written him fully of the laws respecting marriages in every one of the States-42. Will Lefevere inform him of the laws of Michigan? 1) Who is allowed to officiate as minister to join people in marriage? 2) What, if any, canonical impediments does his State acknowledge? 3) What facility or difficulty exists in getting a divorce? 4) Can a white person be married to one having any admixture of African blood? 5) Can a Catholic mayor, judge, squire lend his ministry to join in marriage those whom the Church forbids to marry? 6) Does the discipline of the Council of Trent regarding marriage obtain in all his diocese? 7) Does the Church regard a clandestine marriage with such abhorrence as to leave such parties free to contract another marriage with others? 8) Must parties have a license from the Court to be married, or does publication of banns suffice? 9) Must marriages be recorded in Probate or other Courts? No news of their affair from Rome. Bishop (Frederic) Baraga so anxious to have a decision, Coadjutor, Successor. And now Father Ed ( ) Jacker wants to take up a collection to pay the Bishop's debts.

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1867 Oct. 21
St. Rose, (R.U.), Sister: Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Father (Napoleon Joseph Perché: New Orleans, Louisiana)

She did not mention to (Perché) the trouble she has with the Superior (Mother St. Pierre Several, R.U.) because she felt ashamed. She thought after the retreat he gave she would find a change. Whenever a postulant comes who can speak English, Mother seems to think that St. Rose is putting them against her. It is the same with the children. This has been St. Rose's lot for 5 years. Mother sows discord among the Sisters. Because of the very strict quarantine, Father (Felix) Benausse, (S.J.) has not come for Confessions until last week. On Sunday Mother assembled her chapter, consisting of the assistant, her niece, and another Sister to talk over St. Rose's conduct. Mother accused her of observing no rules and of having slandered her. There is not a word of truth in it. Mother said that St. Rose told Sister (St.) Hyacinthe, (R.U.) that Mother was a devil. Mother Hyacinthe told St. Rose that she had no complaints to make about St. Rose. St. Rose fears the dangerous woman they have to deal with. (P.S.) St. Rose could almost think that nuns and religious are a humbug only she knows better from past experience.

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1867 Oct. 22
Gelienne: Marseilles, (France)
to Father (Denavit?): Lyons, (France)

For a long time he has thought of dedicating himself to the missions. Although he is only in simple minor orders and has not finished his theology, he would not hesitate to leave. He has told of his desire to the Superior of the Jesuits at Marseilles recently arrived from Lyons who tells him that some American bishops have made a harvest in (Denavit)'s seminary.

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1867 Oct. 23
De Neve, Father J(ohn): Louvain, (Belgium)
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.: Lyons, France)

The information received about the priest Odin saw at Louvain was not desirable; De Neve did not receive him. He hopes (Matthew) Halbedl will arrive in time. Odin is to let De Neve know when and where he wishes Halbedl to be. P.S. He will send a copy of accounts.

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1867 Oct. 23
Grandin, Vital, Bishop of (St. Albert, Canada): Laval, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Grandin has just learned from Abbé Adam that (Odin) intends to leave soon for America with a little caravan of missionaries. There is a young man here who could be of great service to Grandin in his missions as a lay Brother but he has not served his conscription duty and it is difficult to get him out of France. Could (Odin) take him? If it is possible (Odin) is to write to the pastor of Notre Dame at Mayenne before Saturday or Sunday. The young man is from an asylum and does not know his parents.

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1867 Oct. 23
Spalding, (Very Rev.) Benjamin J.: Louisville, (Kentucky)
to J(ames) A(lphonsus) McMaster: (N)ew (Y)ork, New York

Spalding thanks McMaster for his kindness in helping young Jenkins and he sends McMaster the money he advanced. Spalding apologizes for the words of his nephew (John Lancaster) in the Ontological controversy, and assures McMaster that the young man had no intention of questioning the truth of McMaster's statements. If such an interpretation has been attached to his words, he is sorry, and has been asked Spalding to make amends. Spalding authorizes McMaster to state in the Journal that he has received assurances from a reliable authority that statements made by a writer in the Catholic Mirror are not meant to be a reflection on McMaster's honesty. Spalding does not wish his name to be published in connection with this unpleasant affair.

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1867 Oct. 25
Crebuchet, Abbé G.T.: Mont-Ferrand, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

If he had known that (Odin) was to leave France so soon he would have renewed his request sooner. On receiving (Odin)'s letter he showed it to Father Jacquet and to the Superior. His director has only known him a month. He will permit him to leave since Crebuchet has permission from a man who knows him better than Jacquet. Crebuchet had permission last year to go with the Bishop of Santa-Fé but the Bishop could not surmount certain obstacles. The Superior will not permit him to go with (Odin) without authorization from Bishop Féron whom he cannot see until Tuesday. Féron may place an obstacle in his way as Crebuchet is deeply indebted to him for many favors. Father Desjardin, Superior of the Seminary, has given him hope that Féron will not collect the money owed for his board at college, but he may think he should repay by staying in the diocese. Crebuchet asks (Odin) to ask his Bishop.

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1867 Oct. 25
Rotchford, P(hilip): London, (England)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Rotchford left Paris 2 or 3 days after (Odin) did. He fears he will not see him again before (Odin)'s departure for America. He suffered a good deal coming over. He hopes (Odin) will return to Europe again. He thanks (Odin) for all the trouble taken for him these last 3 or 4 years. It appeared to Rotchford that (Odin)'s health was very much improved since his arrival in London. James (Rotchford?) will probably see (Odin); they are very kind to him where he is. Mrs. Rotchford would like to have (Odin)'s likeness. Yesterday they had a letter from their boy Henry (Rotchford). He says Mr. Bourkewas down with fever and that Mrs. Burnside was sick; also that Sister Candida, (S.C.) has had to close her school. Rotchford mailed (Odin) two parcels of New Orleans papers; if Sister Candida sends more he will forward them up to November 4. Rotchford has not heard from Father (J.) Flanagan. Rotchford sees by the papers that the Archbishop of New York is sending priests to New Orleans. From what (Odin) says of the Allen affair and a letter from Rotchford's brother, he has little hopes of getting anything out of it. He will leave it to (Odin) to do whatever is best. Mr. Robert gave Allen until March 10 to pay half the note. It annoys Rotchford that Flanigan has so badly managed his affairs. Rotchford presumes the Bishop of Galveston is with (Odin) and presents his regards.

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1867 Oct. 26
Bonniot, Father J.M.: Chambéry, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.: Lyons, France)

Bonniot wrote Odin a letter at Lyons, of which this is a duplicate: "He had learned from Father Millet of Chambéry that he had decided to work under Odin, of Odin's being in France and his approaching departure for Louisiana. Bonniot had just had a letter from Father (John) Cambiaso saying that he had deposited 1034 piastres in Bonniot's name. Bonniot asked Odin to loan this sum and send the interest with his pension. If Odin agrees Bonniot could send the receipt by Millet." Bonniot and Felix regret that they cannot join Millet. Bonniot's infirmities tie him in Europe, almost in his armchair. Felix could realize this hope if his health improves later. If Millet is gone, Odin is to let Bonniot know how he can get the receipt to him; he received it through the Jesuits of Lyons.

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1867 Oct. 26
Callaert, Father D(esiderius): Marshall, (Michigan)
to Mother Gertrude Gerretsen (I.H.M.): (Monroe, Michigan)

He is sorry Mother Gertrude has taken Sister Ignatius from Stony Creek. He begs her to send Sr. Ignatius to Marshall with 3 other Sisters. They speak of her here as they do Father (Peter) Koopmans, with moved hearts and tears in their eyes. As to salary, whatever Mother Gertrude and Father (Edward) Joos say, Callaert is satisfied.

Enclosure:

1868 Oct. 25
Sweeney, W(illia)m James Donavan and W(illia)m Martin:
to Father Ed(ward) Joos: (Monroe, Michigan)

The wish of the congregation in general is to ask him to send Mother Agnetus (Ignatius?) to instruct their children; knowing how their children improved under her control; her return would settle difficulties heretofore among them about school affairs and quiet parents' anxiety.

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1867 Oct. 26
Gutton, Widow, née Parat: Fourvière, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

She thanks (Odin) for his two visits and for the rosary blessed by the Pope which he sent her by Mr. Aubertien. She thanks him for taking charge of her photograph to be given to her son. She also asks him to put in his trunk two little altar vases some one gave her for her son (Father Philibert Gutton) whom she recommends to (Odin)'s care.

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1867 Oct. 26
Stevenson, J.W.: Frankfort, (Kentucky)
to J(ames) A(lphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Stevenson asks that his copies of the Freeman's Journal be sent to Frankfort instead of to Covington, and feels that if McMaster paid a visit to Kentucky when the legislature is in session, he could get many more subscriptions for the paper. Stevenson asks McMaster to recall an old prophecy made years ago by a mutual friend, and he feels that the Democratic victories in Ohio and Pennsylvania may foreshadow a Democratic victory in 1868. He also suggests that McMaster use his influence to have the National convention held after the Republicans have shown their hand. He feels that Kentucky will vote for (George H.) Pendleton, though (Horatio) Seymaour will gain some following. Stevenson scouts the idea that a Republican nomination of Grant would precipitate Sherman's nomination, for he feels that with the Democratic reaction, they can beat Grant or anyone else with a true, tried, bold democratic statesman. If the reaction does not continue, then Grant could win despite anyone they could put up.

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1867 Oct. 28
Hendricken, Father Thomas F.: Waterbury, (Connecticut)
to Bishop F(rancis) P. McFarland of: (Hartford, Connecticut)

He asks for a dispensation from the banns for Michael Horan and Margaret Henehan. He will be in the middle of his fair during the conference and will have to ask permission to be absent. Father (John J.) McCabe is not in good health. Hendricken thinks that having charge of some place or a change of air would benefit him.

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1867 Oct. 28
Ozanne, L(ouis): Montauban, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

He has just received a letter dated the 25th from the Superior saying that since Ozanne is under the conscription law, he would do well before leaving for America to ask Odin to talk in Paris with the Minister of War. He is a soldier in the reserves. His departure for Paris is set for November 2.

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1867 Oct. 28
St. Placide, (C.S.J.), Sister: Bourg, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

They have received very sad news about their houses in America. At New Orleans Sister Estelle, (C.S.J.) has just been a victim of the yellow fever; she died September 29. Sister des Anges, (C.S.J.), Sister Colette, (C.S.J.), Sister Melchiade, (C.S.J.)and Sister Joanis, (C.S.J.) are worn out. (Odin)'s word that the epidemic would not strike this new group is the only thing which determines them to go on. Sister Estelle was, as Mother Stephanie, (C.S.J.) says, the angel of peace of the house. Their Sisters (of St. Joseph of Bourg) are to leave on All Saints Day for Paris where they will stay with Mother Maxime, (C.S.J.). Sister Francoise-Marie, (C.S.J.), one of those going, entered their congregation with a fixed vocation for the foreign missions; she is devoted to children.

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1867 Oct. 29
Flynn, B.V.M., Sister Mary Helena:
Convent of the Visitation Georgetown, D(istrict of) C(olumbia)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell: (Cincinnati, Ohio)

The enclosed letter (no enclosure) announcing General (Daniel J.) Keily's death reached her on Sunday. She replied immediately letting Mr. Reiburtz know that the General was no relative of hers. He was from her native city of Waterford and knew her nephews, Dr. Philip Flynn and Captain James D'Arcy. Keily was an officer in the Pope's army until he was induced to join the United States Army. Keily visited Sister frequently at the convent and until two weeks before his death, they corresponded. He often told her of Purcell's kindnesses and spoke of Purcell's trying to get him situated in the Treasury Department. Sister asks Purcell to use his endeavors to secure any of Keily's property for his sister. Dr. Thelwell, a friend of Keily's, advised her to write to Archbishop Odin but she feared he was not in New Orleans. Being a cloistered nun, 27 years in this convent, she cannot do much. A letter to the sister may be directed in care of Bishop O'Brien of Waterford, who was president, of St. John's College where the General was educated. Purcell is to return Reiburtz's letter; she will enclose it when writing Miss Keily.

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1867 Oct. 30
Meline, Colonel Ja(me)s F.: Atlanta, G(eorgi)a
to Orestes A. Brownson: (Elizabeth, New Jersey)

On Meline's last visit to New York, he attempted to see Brownson but failed for want of time. He is now down south in midst of reconstruction. His job was to inspect the posts on the plains from where he had returned last autumn. Hence, he wrote a book of his travels entitled "Two Thousand Miles on Horseback" which will be off the press and has instructed the publishers to send Brownson a copy, so that he will notice it in the Catholic World. He treats the Catholic matters somewhat differently than the usual Protestant would treat them. He hopes Brownson's health is good.

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1867 Oct. 30
Moulin, Widow, née Lacouture: Arfeuilles, (France)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.: Lyons, France)

Moulin expresses the attachment of her whole family and the regret of her brother (E. Lacouture) and wife for not being able to express in person their gratitude for (Odin)'s letter and the hope that he will visit their children in Baltimore. As she lost her rosary she asks (Odin) to bless the one she is sending. Sister Benoite will see that she gets it back.

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1867 Oct. 31
Gaudry (?): Paris, (France)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere: Detroit, Michigan

The Council of the Association of the Propagation allots to Detroit 7000 francs, withholding, according to custom, a fifth of this sum, because of contingencies of their receipts until the closing of their budgetary year. Their receipts have remained stationary while the number of missions have increased. They are mindful of Lefevere's request to pay expenses of young clerics sent to the American College of Louvain.

On the same paper:

Certes, (Adolphe): (Paris, France)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefevere: Detroit, Michigan

The councils have fixed the amount of the first payment on the allottments of 1867 at two-tenths. The amount for Detroit being 7000 francs, Lefevere may draw on Certes for 1400 francs.

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1867 Oct. 31
Hendricken, FatherThomas F.: Waterbury, Conn(ecticut)
to Bishop F(rancis) P. McFarland of: (Hartford, Connecticut)

Father (John) McCabe's sickness has been decided and he is better and will be able to assist him. In Watertown he received $280 as a start on a church a week ago. This is an offering of about 25 people. There is more to come in. He will place this out at interest.

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