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1876 March 1
Hoban, Marion: Washington, D.C.
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

She sends a short poem for the Ave Maria on the subject "Wound of the Sacred Shoulder". It is to increase that devotion which is neglected by many during the Lenten season. In the "Preces Gertrudianae" this fact is brought out.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 2
McGettigan, Daniel, Archbishop of Armagh, Ireland: Armagh, Ireland
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell): of Cincinnati, (Ohio)

McGettigan acknowledges Purcell's letter containing charges of a certain Bridget O'Hare concerning her sister, Ann. He had already investigated the matter at the complaint of the girl and her mother and found the charges without the slightest foundation. The person accused is one in whom he reposed the greatest confidence and he believes that spite is the source of the accusation. The girl and her mother wanted to put up a stall inside the chapel to sell little articles to people coming to the mission. The parish priest refused. They know the lengths to which ignorant revengeful women will go to be even with those they take a dislike to. He himself had received a letter from this Bridget O'Hare but he will take no notice of the communication, and feels that common sense and decency should have prevented the matter being brought to Purcell's attention.

II-5-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 3
Ninay, Widow: New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché:

Everyone is anxious about (Perché's) health and longs for his return to his flock. Ninay's health is still the same. Despite the efforts of Father (Alfred De Ham) Dehéme to help her, still her children go hungry. She asks (Perché) to use his influence and write to Mrs. Dibble, wife of Judge H.C. Dibble, the President of the Public School board, to get her a position as care-taker(?) in one of the white public schools.

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

1876 Mar. 3
Tuigg, J(ohn), Bishop-elect of Pittsburgh: Altoona, P(ennsylvani)a
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell): (of Cincinnati, Ohio)

Although almost a stranger to Purcell, he respectfully invites him to his consecration as Bishop of Pittsburgh in the Cathedral on Mar. 19. He would consider it a personal favor if Purcell would be present. He asks a reply from Purcell.

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

1876 March 3
Van Gennip, (Father) John: Alpena, (Michigan)
to Mr. (Ernest) Van Dyke: (Detroit, Michigan)

Van Gennip has received a letter from Mother Gertrude in reference to an offer he made to St. Anthony's Asylum. He will make the conditions clear to Van Dyke. If he collects the two notes he holds against Jeremiah O'Connor of Wayne, Michigan, he will make a donation of $1000 to the asylum provided the whole amount is collected, and that free of charge. Van Gennip will pay Van Dyke's travelling expenses. Henry will have to see Jerry and perhaps lay hold of his goods in the store. Van Gennip doesnot insist (O'Connor) should pay immediately provided he satisfies Henry with ample security. Henry is not to be deceived by Jerry's talk as he will promise a great deal but will fail to keep his word. Henry is to make certain of (O'Connor) if the orphans and Van Gennip are not to lose. The whole of the money belongs to the poor for whom Van Gennip held it in trust.

III-3-a - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 March 4
Meany, M(ary) L.: Philadelphia, P(ennsylvania)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter of the 16th found Miss Meany ill, and able to sympatize with Hudson on his illness. She has tried to write something suitable for the Annunciation, and encloses the first few pages of the story she has written. She will be able to send the rest of it next week if her health continues to improve. She thanks Hudson for his prayers and for his kind letter.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 4,
Muller, Father, Mich(ael): St. Louis, (Missouri)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Father Muller tells McMaster he will offer up daily mementos for him and his family in his Masses. He also asks if notice concerning the Prodigal Son and the Catechism could be cut out of the (Freeman's Journal) for some weeks to come and be sent to him. Muller gives the text of a letter he has received from Rev. C. M. Dubuis, Bishop of Galveston, Texas, dated Feb(ruary) 27, 1876. The letter praises the Catechisms Fr. Muller sent him and says that he highly recommends them because they aim to produce practical Catholics.

I-2-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 4,
Muller, Father, Mich(ael): St. Louis, (Missouri)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

I-2-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo - {1}

(18)76 Mar. 5
Roquerbe, Eugene: Mobile, (Alabama)
to Father Joseph Anstaett: New Orleans, (Louisiana)

Roquerbe thanks Anstaett for his last letter and thinks that (Octave) de Armas will not forget him for too long. He has found in the Probate Court Books for 1871 a record of the sale by Louis Bissey to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph) Perché. He would still like to have the original deed.

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

1876 Mar. 6
Domenec, Michael, Bishop of Allegheny: Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell: (of Cincinnati, Ohio)

Domenec invites Purcell to honor by his presence his installation to the diocese of Allegheny which will take place Sunday evening, Mar. 19. Purcell's presence will give him much pleasure.

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

1876 Mar. 7
Andrieux, Father (Pierre): Melay, Haute Marne, (France)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché):

In 1845 at the Seminary of Langres, Andrieux asked Bishop (Pierre Louis) Parisis to be allowed to leave for the foreign missions, but God did not wish it. He would like to contribute to Perché's subscription, but does not have any money. In his parish 125 families had become Protestants out of dislike for his predecessor. Now, there are only 4 families with the Protestant minister. He has built a chapel on which he is 3000 f(rancs) in debt. From all Saints to Easter last year, he worked on a book, "Le cimetière et le purgatoire" to assist him in paying off his debts. Father (Louis Gaston) de Ségur has asked for 100 copies for the St. Francis de Sales Society. Andrieux would give Perché 300 or 600 copies for one or two bonds on the basis of 1 franc per book. He is sure the Catholics of New Orleans, would pay 2 or 3 francs for them.

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

1876 Mar. 7
Marifoschi, Alessandro Compagnoni: Rome, Italy
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Marifoschi received Hudson's letter of recommendation for Mr. Waterfield, who left his visiting card on which he wrote that he had fallen ill while in Florence and that he had to depart immediately for Naples. He thanks Hudson for remembering him and offers to do favors for Hudson in Rome.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. - {2}

1876 March 8
Donnelly, Eleanor C.: Phila(delphia), (Pennsylvania)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

She is sending a poem to Hudson as a Lenten offering for the Ave Maria. She has seen Bro(ther) Fidelis several times since he arrived in Philadelphia, and she is thankful for the illustration of Notre Dame, with its likenesses of several of the priests of the Congregation. She requests his prayers.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 March 9
Donahue, Patrick: Boston, Massachusetts
to F(rederick) Pustet: New York, (New York)

In relation to the account of Brownson, Donahue claims he is in bankruptcy and can make no preferences whatever. All must share alike. He is endeavoring to get his creditors to accept a composition of 20 per cent in settlement of their claims against him. Most of his creditors here have already signed to that effect. Donahue trusts his New York creditors will have no hesitation in signing also. It is the best he can do. If his assets were disposed of by forced sale his creditors would not realize 10 per cent of their claims. Donahue hopes Pustet will agree and that their future business relations will in a short time compensate for the loss sustained. (Found among the (Henry) Brownson papers).

III-3-a - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}

1876 Mar. 9
Parker, Eliza R.: Bedford Springs
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

It has been over three months since she saw any of her articles that she has begun to wonder if Hudson wants her articles at all. She is so needy that if Hudson would take one of her articles each month even at a low price it would aid her greatly in supporting her little children. Formerly he would publish her writings once every three or four weeks, but now he has four or five or her stories, and she fears he does not publish them because he has found some fault in them. If he will return them she will write him some that she knows will please him. Whenever he can accept any of her stories he will be doing a work of charity, but she hopes the time is not far distant when she will be able to write for the Ave Maria without charge.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 10
(Elder, William Henry, Bishop of): Natchez, Mississippi
to Archbishop N(apoleon) J(oseph) Perché:

(Elder) received Perché's letter of February 17 and thanks him for the kindly spirit in which he accepted the animadversions. He has been told that Bishop (Auguste Marie Martin) altered his high opinion of Father (Joseph) Gentille before he died. Father (Felix) Dicharry, although he is an excellent priest, has little administrative ability. The same is true for Father (Jean Baptists) Avenard, for he has a timid and hesitant way of acting. He still concludes in favor of Father (Ludovic Enaut) Enault. It was he, not Gentille, that the Bishop left in Father (Louis) Gergaud's place at Monroc. Father (Henry) Giesen (C.SS.R.) told (Elder) that, at the Bishop's death, they were at a loss how to proceed until Enault began to act. Some of the Bishops recommend Father Cornelius Moynihan but (Elder) does not think he would be acceptable to the priests of (Natchitoches). Concerning what Perché said about New Orleans, he feels as if scarcely anything ought to be more guarded against than a spirit of nationality. The coadjutor should be one who speaks and writes fluently in both languages. From what he has heard, he thinks that the desire for an Irish coadjutor arises partly from their not esteeming very highly the management of Perché's present vicar general (Father Gilbert Raymond). Bishop (John) Quinlan has not communicated with (Elder) concerning the nominations. Bishop (Dominic) Manucy wrote from Mobile but told nothing of Quinlan's views. (Elder) has written several times to Cardinal (John Simeoni) stating what he thought about the different persons. With regard to the coadjutorship of Galveston, several of the bishops strongly oppose Father (Louis) Chaland, proposed by Bishop (Claude M.) Dubuis, chiefly because of his lack of familiarity with English. The diocese is growing and all the increase is in the English and German languages. (Elder) has been told that Father (J.L.) Bussant of Waco would be a good choice. If the Holy See does not act before Perché's return, he suggests they all meet to discuss the nominations as letters are unsatisfactory.

VI-2-o - A.L.S. - 6pp. - 12mo. - {19}

1876 Mar. 10
Maretaschi, Alessandro Compagnani: Rome, (Italy)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Not knowing the address of T. Klopen, the president of the St. Michael's association, he asks McMaster to give him the enclosed letter. He also takes the occasion to ask about McMaster who was so kind to him on the occasion of his visit and about Keiley, De General and Vallette, etc., and to send them his respects.

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

1876 Mar. 10
Roquerbe, Eugène: Mobile, (Alabama)
to Father Joseph Anstaett: New Orleans, (Louisiana)

Roquerbe received Anstaett's letter informing him that he owes $12 for legal expenses. Deducting from that $4.25, which is Anstaett's share of the taxes, he owes $7.75. He has been waiting for the deeds to appear, but a week has gone by and they have not yet arrived.

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

1876 March 12
(Tenney), Sarah (Brownson): Elizabeth, N(ew) J(ersey)
to (Orestes A. Brownson): (Detroit, Michigan)

It has been a month since Sarah heard from Brownson. Judge Tenney is quite anxious to hear of Brownson's condition. The author of the Italian book, which Brownson reviewed for the Catholic Quarterly desires permission to translate the article in Italian. The view as expressed in the article is the same as that expressed by a famous Italian theologian a year previous. Jessie (R.B. Tenney) is hoping for an answer to her letters. Ruth (Tenney) is smarter than ever. Sarah tells about some of the activities of Ruth. Sarah hopes Henry (Brownson) and all are well. Judge Tenney says that the Dublin Review had an article on Brownson and another on Father Hill's philosophy. His knowledge was gained by a notice in a newspaper. The peach tree is in blossom, and no ice was made the past winter.

I-4-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {4}

1876 Mar. 13
Borgess, C(aspar) H., Bishop of Detroit: Detroit, (Michigan)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell): of (Cincinnati, Ohio)

Borgess answers (Purcell's) letter of Mar.6. He has not received the complaints from the people at Cheboygan, (Michigan), but after the riotous scenes of Mar. 6 Father C.L. DeCeuninck came to report to him that the French)Canadians, led by that doctor. had driven him from the church threatening to kill him. The following week Borgess sent Father Theoph(ilus) Anciaux to investigate the matter. When they attempted to introduce an apostate girl as witness, Anciaux refused and the people appealed to the archbishop. Anciaux said that no other charge was brought against DeCeunick expect that he was severe. The doctor, he thinks, is an avowed communist, Although it is apparent that DeCeuninck can do little good in the parish, the charges against him are not proved and Borgess cannot banish him without injuring his character and pave the way for these Canadian rowdies to repeat the performance. The Polish people of Bay City, led by a renegade theologian, stoned the home of Father C(asimir) Ronowski and in Detroit since last December the Poles have been trying to drive their pastor away. Borgess mentions this to show that they have a rough set to deal with.

II-5-f - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {7}

1876 Mar. 13
Roquerbe, Eugene: Mobile, (Alabama)
to Father (Joseph) Anstaett: New Orleans, (Louisiana)

Roquerbe has received the deeds and (Octave) de Armas' receipt but regrets to find that it specifies a mortgage. He had hopes for a regular deed with a document of mortgage attached. He realizes that this is not Anstaett's fault. If there is any way to remedy this, he would be grateful.

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

1876 Mar. 14
Borgess, C(aspar) H., Bishop of Detroit: Detroit, (Michigan)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell): of (Cincinnati, Ohio)

Borgess sends the report made out by Father (Theophilus) Anciaux at Borgess's request concerning the Cheboygan matters. Borgess will be happy to answer questions concerning it and asks that Purcell forward the affadavit sent him. Father J(ohn) B. Kayser of Versailles, (Ohio) has notified Borgess that Purcell has told him of his incorporation in the diocese of Detroit. A German woman has made a complaint of ill-treatment by Father Eugene Butterman, O.S.F. of Detroit.

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

1876 Mar. 14
Warde, M. M.: Bedford, P(ennsylvania)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Warde was late this month in sending her article to the Ave Maria and apologizes for the delay in preparing it. Hopes that it may appear in the March 25th issue. He has written a poem of the Rosary which he will send periodically as he completes each Mystery individually. For the merits he has received from the Ave Maria subscription, he will endeavor to serve it faithfully more and more.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 16
Bayley, J(ames) Roosevelt, Archbishop of Baltimore: Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell: of Cincinnati, Ohio

His health is so uncertain that he has decided to ask Rome to appoint Bishop (James) Gibbons of Richmond, Coadjutor of Baltimore. There is no need of sending three names since Gibbons is well known and would be acceptable to all. Archbishop (Martin John) Spalding named Gibbons his successor. He asks Purcell to tell Cardinal (Alexander) Franchi that Gibbons would be the right man. He would write in detail the reasons that made him come to this conclusion, but he knows Purcell will take his word for it. His illness is hopeless and can grow no better. He has worked himself out in the thirty years since he became secretary to Bishop (John) Hughes. It is not everyone who has Purcell's powers of endurance.

II-5-f - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}

1876 Mar. 16
(Berger) Benedict, B. M.: Nelson County, Kentucky
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

He is sending a book on the Trappistines which he would like to know if it is worth publishing. The plan as prepared by the late Bishop (Peter J.) Lavialle and myself is not in agreement with the present Bishop (William McCloskey). It contains what you will print in next week's issue.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {2}

1876 Mar. 16
Borgess, C(aspar) H., Bishop of Detroit: Detroit, (Michigan)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell): of (Cincinnati, Ohio)

Borgess thanks (Purcell) for the documents. He had no intimation of the offensive character of the charges. The petitioners and swearers are of the French Canadian, sadly ignorant and horridly sensual, capable of swearing to a deliberate lie. They repeat charges 1,2,3,4 and 7 made 4 years ago and others proved to be false and published under the signature of Mr. Vries of (Cheboygan, Michigan). Charges 5,6,8 and 9 never have been presented to him yet 138 signers witness to the contrary. Borgess will give careful attention to the matter.

II-5-f - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {2}

1876 Mar. 16
Greene, Charles W.: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): Notre Dame, Indiana

He sends the original poem he prepared and is receiving the Ave Maria, but has not received the 6th and 11th copies for this year. He would like to receive them.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 19
Muller, C.S.S.R. Father Mich(ael): St. Louis, (Missouri)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Muller writes concerning a fine criticism on Catechisms which he encloses (enclosure not present). Since McMaster may see fit to chastise the editor of that paper, Muller also encloses a few lines which may be of use. Muller relates the conversation between a Mr. Tormey, of Boston, and a Mr. Fox. In the conversation, Tormey expresses his preference for the Journal over the Watchman and commended the severe way in which McMaster has criticized the editor of the Watchman. While this talk was going on, Father (David S.) Phelan, editor of the Watchman, was also in the store. Fox introduced Tormey to Phelan and when Tormey would not retract his opinion, he and Phelan became good friends. Muller managed St. Patrick and his children, the Irish, for the first time, two days previous. P.S. If McMaster does not wish to publish the recommendations of the Prelates, he can forward them to Prestet.

I-2-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 20
S.,: Osage Mission, K(ansa)s
to (James Alphonsus McMaster): (New York, New York)

S. wishes to tell the readers of St. Patrick's day in Osage Mission. The day began with Solemn High Mass and a discourse on Irish history and St. Patrick by Father (Philip) Colliton. A procession to a special altar of the Blessed Virgin ended with Benediction, then a large dinner was served by the ladies of the parish. Entertainment in the evening was directed by Father (A.M.) Hayden, and given by the boys of St. Francis Inst(itution) and girls of St. Ann's Academy. The young ladies supplied the music and their program was the most enjoyable of the two.

I-2-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}

1876 Mar. 21
McCloskey, W(illia)m, Bishop of Louisville: Louisville, K(entick)y
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell: of Cincinnati, (Ohio)

Bishop (Richard) Gilmour wrote to him, as he wrote to Purcell, regarding a Coadjutor. In reply to his question, McCloskey said he thought a Coadjutor was needed, since Gilmour could not carry on the work of the diocese for a long time and be subjected to the wear and tear of a bishop. Gilmour suggested Father (F.M.) Boff, who would be the man, as far as McCloskey is able to judge. Since they should be in accord, as these two seem to be, and since Boff is there and familiar with the business of the diocese, he believes it best to let Gilmour have him if Boff is acceptable to the other members of the clergy. He writes this to Purcell at Gilmour's request. He would prefer going up to Cincinnati but has been confined to the house for ten days with a bad cold. He heard Purcell was suffering also, but trusts his health is better now. He sends regards to Father Edward (Purcell).

II-5-f - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {3}

1876 Mar. 22
"Catholic," A: Linesville, P(ennsylvani)a
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

The writer sends $1 for the Little Sisters of The Poor who were burned out recently.

I-2-b - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 23,
Betagh, M.: Fort Wayne, (Indiana)
to (James Alphonsus McMaster): (New York, New York)

Betagh tells McMaster that he has found an article written by Bishop (Benedict) Fenwick, (Bishop of Boston), entitled "The Death-bed of Tho(ma)s Paine." This article was published in the U. S. Catholic Magazine from Baltimore in 1855, and Betagh sends it to McMaster hoping it will be of some use. In the same vol(ume) there is also the obituary of the Bishop (Fenwick) who wrote the article. This obituary tells of the respect of those of the city of Boston for their Bishop. When citizens heard of his illness they caused the church bells and streets to be silent and also an entire section of the city. During the funeral procession the bells of the Unitarian Church also rang. His death was on Aug. 11, 1845. His reason for sending the article is to show how he was also respected by non-Catholics.

I-2-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12 mo - {2}

1876 Mar. 23
Boff, Father F.M., Vicar General of: Cleveland, O(hio)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell: of Cincinnati, O(hio)

Bishop (Richard Gilmour) writes that he will come home this summer. This is very pleasing to him. He has tried his best to send Purcell some money, but failed to obtain a loan and is without resources. He is very sorry, but if Purcell will wait a little longer he will prove to him that Gilmour's promise will be redeemed.

II-5-f - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {2}

1876 Mar. 23
Raeder, Rev. P. Mauritius, O.S.B.:
St. Vincent's Abbey, Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Will send the sermon he gave on the Feast of the Annunciation for publication in the Ave Maria. If you desire it for the publication I will send it soon as possible.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 1p. - 32mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 23
Sestini, (S. J.) Father B.: Woodstock College, M(arylan)d
to J(ames Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

The priests in charge of the new church at Paray-le-Monial wish to erect one chapel to the Sacred Heart for every nation of the Catholic World. Sestini wishes McMaster to publish articles about the venture and to begin a subscription campaign to erect an American chapel. He was going to have the Messenger handle the campaign but concluded that a weekly paper would reach more Catholics willing to contribute than would a monthly magazine. He commends McMaster on his handling of the drive for a Sanctuary Lamp for Paray-le-Monial and says that the necessary $5000 should be a comparatively easy goal to reach. In addition he offers to send a list of most likely contributors if McMaster is interested in the project.

I-2-b - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 24
Bermudez, E(dward): New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop N(apoleon) J(oseph) Perché: Paris, (France)

Bermudez objects to the less than generous sentiments that Perché, without justification, has ascribed to him. He leaves it to others to justify him in regard to the fatal affair which has attracted all his attention. It is possible that he will not succeed in his efforts to free the diocese by a pure act of benevolence, from one of its most heavy charges, but he has worked and will continue to work at it despite what Perché has said to him.

VI-2-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 8vo. - {2}

1876 Mar. 24
Kenehan, Patrick: Wilton, Minnesota
to J(ames) A(lphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Kenehan encloses a slip cut from the Catholic Sentinel of Oregon describing a sacrilege in Montreal. (Enclosure not present) He asks whether a Bishop, excommunicated and preaching heretical doctrines and other vile things against the Church still has power to truly consecrate the Blessed Sacrament, and forgive sins. If not, then there was no sacrilege committed. The Freeman has answered many such things for Kenehan in 15 years and he and others were wondering if a Bishop need be reordained if reinstated or whether his power had not been lost at all. In his discussion with the B. and St. Louis Christ(ian) Advocate, McMaster stated that God only bestows favors on man through the Blessed Virgin Mary and Kenehan agrees with him, having read the same somewhere but not remembering where. Many believe they can get grace through Jesus Christ too. Kenehan could have asked his priest but by having the answer published in the Freeman's Journal, many others who also are wondering about it will be answered at the same time.

I-2-b - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 24
Meany, M(ary) L.: Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

She has received the 17th Installment and the Ave Maria containing the account of the miraculous rescue of your Father General (Edward Sorin, C.S.C.) aboard the ship he was on. Intends to write an article on this event. "The Child of the Cross" was longer than anticipated for the Ave Maria. She is pleased that the first few pages of the Annunciation are in accord what you have in mind.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1876 Mar. 25
(Berger), O.C.S.O., Abbot B. M. Benedict: Gethsemani, Nelson Co., Kentucky
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson C.S.C.): Notre Dame, Ind(iana)

Copies in French the letter of Abbot of Bellfontaine of March 1 relating what happened in the Chapel of Our Lady of the Gardes, on the 27th of February. Would like to have the story published and asks Father Hudson for advice. Three women wrote to Bishop (Peter J.) Lavialle that they wished to form a new order of nuns under the name of Sisters of Our Lady of La Trappe of Mount Olivet. They wish to serve under the Bishop of Louisville, Kentucky. Their object is to relieve the burdens of the Abbey and afford an opportunity for the women to serve such a noble cause. Nuns of another order serving this new order will be under the jurisdiction of the 3rd order of St. Francis. Bishop Lavialle approved the plan in 1866. In 27 Nov. 1870 the Sister spoke to the Right Rev. Bruno, Abbot of Mt. Melleray, Ireland of their intentions of becoming Trappistines. The General Chapter accepted their petition, but the Bishop threw it out. Rome is investigating the case now.

X-2-d - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {2}

1876 Mar. 25
Gartner, C.PP.S. Father John Mary: Mariastein, (Ohio)
to (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell): (of Cincinnati, Ohio)

Since Father (Bernard) Austermann, C.PP.S. received Purcell's letter expressing the wish that Gartner leave the diocese he feels impelled to write to Purcell and explain his conduct. Born 1829, Gartner served in the Austrian army, then studied at Innsbruck. He was received into the diocese of Milwaukee and served as professor in the seminary until Bishop (John Martin) Henni placed him in charge of the Poles and Bohemian immigrants in the Western states. Bishops (Thomas) Grace, (Michael) Hoiss, (James) Duggan, (Joseph) Melcher joined with Henni in making him procurator for the Slavonian Missions and their vicar general. As procurator he established over 50 congregations and schools. In 1872 he want to Europe to procure Slavonian missionaries. In Rome he met various personages whom he mentions and had several audiences with Pope Pius IX. He conducted a public way of the cross against the wishes of the police in the lent of 1873. Cardinal Patrizi gave him a collection of relics of the Passion. He collected also other relics. At Venice he obtained through the Austrian Ambassador other relics. For the particular relics and in general he has a faculty of exposing these relics in any church and for that does not need any bishop's permission. The following summer after getting 18 priests for the missions he returned to America going first to New York where he stayed with the Redemptorists and received the protection of Archbishop (John) McCloskey and later of Archbishop (John Martin) Spalding and (James R.) Bayley. It was suggested that the relics be deposited in one church as an object of pilgrimage. At the request of Father (J.) Helmpraecht, C.SS.R. he exhibited them in Baltimore and called back to Milwaukee he also exhibited them there. He discussed 4 places for this shrine which he mentions. He wrote to Rome for further relics to be brought by Bishop (Joseph) Dwenger, C.PP.S. In 1875 he decided to go to Cincinnati to show his relics, but learned from Father (Francis X.) Weninger, S.J. that (Purcell) did not approve. (Purcell) received him and took away his objection. Gartner then told (Purcell) that he intended to settle in Mercer County and Purcell gave him faculties and a written permission to exhibit in the diocese. He went to the (Precious Blood Fathers) at Mercer and announced his intention to stay there. The superior was doubtful of his project and they agreed to let the success of the project determine the will of God in the matter. He then went to Milwaukee to resign his post. Then he left Milwaukee for Mariastein, intending to go to Stearns Co., Minn. where the Abbot promised to receive him as the Precious Blood Provincial had apparently changed him mind. However, at the request of the Congregation of St. John he planned to build a shrine at Mariastein until, going to Cincinnati, he met the displeasure of (Purcell). He will leave the diocese. He sends the receipts for the $1300 he has expended on the chapel. If he is to go (Purcell) is to return the money to St. John's congregation, or (Purcell) must let him stay and complete his project, or let him appeal. (Purcell notes that he answered and said that he never authorized him to take money for anything.)

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1876 Mar 26
Brownson, Anna: N(orth) Cambridge, Mass(achusetts)
to (Orestes A. Brownson): (Detroit, Michigan)

Brownson's two letters were received. Anna gives mailing instructions so that her mail will arrive earlier. Anna felt that Brownson was ill because he did not write to her. She thinks Brownson is the same at Detroit as he was at Elizabeth. It will be harder for Brownson to come to Boston. The health of Anna has been poor. They will move in two or three months. Anna's brother and his family, and Anna's sister and her family are hoping to live near each other. Anna thinks it will be better because one depends of the other. The income will be slightly smaller. Anna's father left an estate of $100,000. The income from the realty will be divided. Debts are to be paid, repairs need be made and Anna's brothers will do the work. The will was made and the heirs number six. Their new home will be much healthier. Trot is taking music lessons and has written a little sketch for the Catholic World entitled "Allegri's Musirere"(?). Anna advised her to send it. She wants Brownson to criticize it. Also she would like to be remembered to Henry (Brownson). Some time previous Anna had inquired as to the cost of a fence around John's (Brownson) grave. It was $100. When better weather comes, Anna will attend to it.

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1876 Mar. 27
Borgess, C(aspar) H., Bishop of Detroit: Detroit, (Michigan)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell): of (Cincinnati, Ohio)

Borgess thanks (Purcell) for his letter. He forgot to mention that Father F. Bender has not applied. Father Th(eophilus) Buyse of Jackson asked for permission for Father W(illiam) Carey of Dayton to say Mass on Thursday, Mar. 30 which Borgess gave. Father F.M. Boff's health is not so good. He suffers from an affliction such as Bishop (Richard) Gilmour. Borgess is sure his health is not a strong enough to have him made coadjutor. On Mar. 14 he asked Father C.L. DeCeuninck of Cheboygan to resign but has not received an answer. The delay causes Borgess to fear that he does not understand the scandal an investigation would cause. Mr. Brown, the lawyer speaking for a large majority, asked for an investigation but did not advance specific charges. Father A.B. Quinn has written a horrid letter to Sister M. Gertrude asking that it be shown to Borgess. Borgess believes him desperate and asks (Purcell's) advice on the matter. Borgess believes he wrote another letter signed by four names in the same hand from Grand Rapids attacking the character of Father (P.J.) McManus. He sent it to McManus before he saw the letter to Sister Gertrude which was handed to him by Father E(dward) Joos. Borgess asks (Purcell's) pardon for speaking of these things.

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1876 Mar. 27
Franchi, Alex(ander), Cardinal Prefect: Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell: of Cincinnati, (Ohio)

The Rector of the Collegio Urbano had already notified Purcell that William Miggeel had contracted the disease called by them vajola. Thanks to his strong constitution and the goodness of God he is recovering and is nearly well. However, hereafter students for the college must be inoculated and a question about that innoculation must be added to the questionaire sent by the College for prospective students. Franchi has received Purcell's two letters sent in March. J.B. Agropio(?) signs as secretary.

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1876 Mar. 27
Josephine, Mother Saint, Religious of Jesus Mary: St. Joseph of Levis, (Province of Quebec)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

She did not answer his letters because of illness. She would appreciate to receive the March issue of the Ave Maria and requests that the book to be translated be sent now since she is in better health.

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1876 Mar. 29
Alemany, J(oseph) S., Archbishop of San F.: San Francisco, (California)
to Archbishop J(ohn) B(aptist) Purcell: of Cincinnati, O(hio)

As the Germans of this diocese are increasing, he must provide a few Sisters to conduct a good German school where they have a nice church, with two German priests, and a community of Sisters of Notre Dame conducting a flourishing academy. One or two Sisters who could teach German would suffice, for they have a large number of those lately banished by the government of Guatemala. He writes to Sister Louise, Superior of the Notre Dame Academy, but commends the matter to Purcell who he hopes will induce Sr. Louise to give them one capable of teaching German.

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1876 Mar. 30
Borgess, C(aspar) H., Bishop of Detroit: Detroit, (Michigan)
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell): (of Cincinnati, Ohio)

Upon Purcell's advice, he has written to Cardinal Franchi. Father C.L. DeCeuninck had sent Purcell a duplicate of the letter addressed to Borgess. He is not willing to resign and he is not likely to abide by the first paragraph of his letter. Father B.A. Quinnis bent on giving trouble and scandal if he can get an excuse for it. Every bad priest will commit himself in time, so Borgess will be obliged to bide his time in Quinn's case. He heard of the ailments of (Archbishop (James R. Bayley) of Baltimore, but has heard nothing of the proposed Coadjutor. He congratulates Purcell's brother (Father Edward Purcell) on his 69 birthday.

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1876 Mar. 30
(Gross, CSS. R.) William, Bishop of Savannah: Savannah, (Georgia)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Bishop Gross invites McMaster to the dedication ceremonies of the Cathedral of St. Mary de Perpetus Succursu, which is to take place on Sunday, April 30, 1876.

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1876 Mar. 30
Hudson, C.S.C., Father D(aniel) E.: Notre Dame, Ind(iana)
to Fr(ederick) Pustet: New York, (New York)

Hudson wishes to complete his set of Brownson's Review for binding. He gives the numbers he needs. Note on card to Dr. (Orestes A.) Brownson by Pustet: he is to write to Hudson when he may expect the numbers out of print. (In the Orestes A. Brownson papers.)

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