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1880 Aug. 1
Hilliard, Father J.: Chevaigné, Ile et Vilaine, (France
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché: Angers, France)

Hilliard begs (Perché) not to forget him and to take care of the interest which fell due on July 1. The 6% interest on the 15,000 francs is the only resource of two persons who, because of Hilliard, placed all their confidence in (Perché). He knows the failure to pay is not (Perché's) fault, but he can hope for nothing from the new administration of N(ew) Orleans. Since interest, he asks (Perché) to repay the 15,000 francs or whatever portion he can. Possibility he could use the services of (Jules) de Boursetty, who sent him the last interest, to do so. (Attached note): Interest due to Hilliard Dec. 1879, July 1880 and Dec. 1880.

VI-3-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 4pp. - 12mo. & 32mo. - {3}

1880 Aug. 1
Kelly, Thomas L.: Providence, Rhode Island
to James F. Edwards: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

He is looking for a pamphlet published in London, 1790, entitled "Brief account of the new See of Baltimore in North America" containing the sermon preached by Father Charles Plowden, S. J. at the consecration of Bishop (John) Carroll (of Baltimore) and another by the same preacher at the consecration of Bishop (John) Douglas, (Vicar Apostolic of the London, England, district) Dec. 17, 1790. Mr. Laurence Kehoe advised him to apply to Edwards to see if there is a copy among the (Father Joseph M.) "Finotti" (ex-Jesuit) pamphlets in possession of (Notre Dame) University. He asks if he could use it a few days if the University has a copy.

XI-1-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {4}

1880 Aug. 2
Connolly, W(illiam): Cresco, Iowa
to James F. Edwards: Notre Dame, Indiana

He sends a draft for $3.50, balance on hand in the treasury of the Columbian Literary and Debating Society (St. Edward Columbian Literary Club). He will not return to Notre Dame, but will attend the Rush Medical College in Chicago.

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

1880 Aug. 2
Corrigan, Bishop M(ichael) A(ugustine): Newark, (New Jersey)
to Monsignor (Robert) Seton: Jersey City, (New Jersey)

In reply to Seton's note of July 8 Corrigan regrets he does not have leisure to go over all the Orange accounts to give due credit for the various sums received from Seton's parish, but he will do so at the first opportunity. The enclosed documents (no enclosure), the first prepared and presented May 4, 1874, will give some idea of what was contributed. At that meeting, it was expected that the life insurances at maturity would more than pay the remaining debt of Orange church and Monsignor (George H.) Doane proposed that then 50% would be refunded to the churches. In reality, some of the policies have already become worthless. On January 1, 1880, the debt of Orange was $104,080.27. The improvements are only the sugar coating on the bitter pill of liabilities. The people need something to encourage them to be continuously liberal. Corrigan would not ask that one penny be refunded unless there were a surplus in St. John's treasury.

II-1-b - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {3}

1880 Aug. 2
E(gan), M(aurice) F(rancis): New York, (New York)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Eliot Ryder lunched with Egan. Egan was wrong about the "human heart" and the "divine art of poetry." Ryder orated at great length and exhorted Egan to be true to his own convictions. Egan wonders if this is the kind of thing a fellow likes to take in with his modest half-brother of frugal repeat. In Rockaway, Brother Stanislaus was comparing the beauty of the New York belles with that which makes the Indiana girls so generally admired. Ryder informed Egan that he was more a child as concerned the "tumuluous upheavings" of a "Storm tossed soul." Ryder is too poetic for real life. His article in the "Ave Maria" is very amiable, but facts are facts. Hudson has reprinted a sketch of Egan's "Marguerite". Egan believes Hudson would laugh at him if he could see him. Egan cannot come to Notre Dame as he hopes to be married about September 10th. The wedding may have to be postponed as Egan cannot get more than a week off. His fiancee is an admirer of Hudson's, and a most devout Catholic. Hudson's picture has been the principal ornament of her parlor for a long time. Egan finished the article for "World" and brought a poem for "Scribner's" and was paid $1 a line. Literature is looking up. Egan wants Gildie and Johnson to meet Hudson.

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

1880 Aug. 2
(Emery, Susan L.): Hyde Park, Mass(achusetts)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana

Hudson's letter and enclosure received. Miss Emery thanks Hudson for the Mass. Due to the Mass Mr. W still lives. He rallied from the attack in a manner not thought possible. Today is the feast of the Portiuncula. The "Ave Maria" arrived.

X-2-f - A. Postcard Unsigned - - 32mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 2
Ffrench, N. J. O'Connell: Dubuque, Iowa
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Ffrench would like to teach in one of the colleges as he has had 8 years teaching experience. The whole of the literary portion of last summer's Exhibition in Sacramento was left to Ffrench. Hudson should try to procure a position for him in one of the colleges. Ffrench is a total abstainer from intoxicants. Until has value is proved, a moderate salary would be satisfactory. Ffrench gives Hudson his address in care of Father Powers at the Cathedral. The bishop has given use of a large hall for financial lecture Sunday night. Ffrench hopes Hudson will use his influence in his behalf.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo - {1}

1880 Aug. 2
(Hardenbergh) (Widdicombe, W.) Ad.: St. Paul, Minnesota
to (James F. Edwards): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

He cannot go to Waukesha because they are looking for a big fall trade. He expects to see Dick (Russell) in Madison. He fears Dick is playing it fast and loose. He expects his father and mother home; he is disgusted with house keeping. Wheat along the Northern Pacific will average 30 or 35 bushels to the acre.

XI-1-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {3}

1880 Aug. 2
Kelly, C.S.C., Father Ch(arles) (M.): Watertown, Wis(consin)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

He sends the ad to be published in the "Ave Maria". Father Peter Paul Cooney is a wretched looking speciment of humanity and appears to be very penitent. The members of the temperance Society declare it was better for their sake, it was the roof he fell from, and not the sidewalk. Father P. P. is suffering very much, and will be unable to say Mass for about 6 weeks. Kelly is delighted with Watertown. He sends regards and asks for a remembrance in the Mass.

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

1880 Aug. 3
Rose, Henry L.: Evansville, Indiana
to James F. Edwards: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

He was delighted to hear from Edwards and hopes he will make his expected trip. Rose will do all he can to make Edwards enjoy his visit in Evansville.

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

1880 Aug. 3
Hoskin, Mary: Toronto, (Canada)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

This letter is being written at the suggestion of the Archbishop about the nuns of the Precious Blood. Miss Hoskin enlists the aid of the "Ave Maria" to spread the devotion of this order. Miss Hoskin, who is a convert, has been collecting for the nuns for two years. Publishing her appeal would aid greatly.

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

1880 Aug. 3
Jenkins, (Father) T(homas) J.: Hardinsburg, K(entuck)y
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Jenkins had planned on meeting Hudson but he could not have stayed over 24 hours and his financial condition did not permit such a trip. Jenkins would like to engage Miss E(liza) A(llen) Starr's good will and get the assistance of her prospective article on Church Hymns of the Blessed Virgin to eke out his three essays on English and German poems. He would like to join them all in a volume and title them "Mary's Catholic Chapels and Protestant Rosary." The first of the translated works of Schmid and Conscience is "Fernando or Ferdinand" and the second is "Tribune of Ghent." Jenkins would like to submit a 125 page manuscript on Public Schools that he has been preparing for 10 years. He would like 3 copies of the August 7 and July 31 issues of the "Ave Maria."

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 3
(Taylor), (Sister) Mary Magdalen: London, (England)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Sister Magdalen gives her new address. She cannot understand the American copyright. None of her books have been published in America with her lease. She thinks the copyright belongs to Hudson. How can Sister Magdalen prevent her poems from being reprinted if the copyright is in her hands?

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 3
Schiffmacher, (Father) M(arie) Th(eodore): Red-Oak, Iowa
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.): Notre Dame, (Indiana)

He sends a piece of the bush blessed by the apparition of Our Lord to B(lessed) Margaret Mary. It was given to France humbling herself at the shrine of Paray.

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

1880 Aug. 3
Ryan, (Sister) M(ary) de S(ales): Balling(arry), (Ireland)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter and enclosure received. The need of relief still exists, and will always exist in some localities. The laborers who are employed only half time do not have sufficient food or clothing. God will bless those that help them.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 16mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 4
Dallas, A(lexander) I.: Fort McKavett, Texas
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Mrs. Dallas at Clark heard from Hudson and he will answer the letter. Dallas had a most tiring trip the McKavett via San Antonio. He should be in command of this post. The one in command is his junior in rank but 4 years his senior in age. Dallas describes the new post and believes it to be much superior to Clark. The climate must rouse latent wickedness as many men get into trouble and there is so much court-martialing. The blacks have terrible dispositions and officers fear to leave their families without white protection. General Vincent, a convert, has informed him that he soon will be moved and probably to command a post. Mrs. Dallas has written about Elise's difficulty in finding out what she likes to read. At 15, her mind has the development of a ten year old. Dallas has determined she is to remain steadily at St. Mary's for a complete course. If not a post graduate course. Dallas sent the money for the Washington Autograph. Father Heyburn has been at Clark. His parish is starving him and he is ill from want of food. Dallas kept Heyburn for a week having Mass said in the dining room. Heyburn still hopes to be appointed an Army chaplain. A priest comes from a small town called Mason. His name is unknown but Dallas' Protestant friends call him "jolly." There are more Catholics here than in the 23rd as Colonel Stanley, Major Clark and wife, Lieutenant Mosher and Lieutenant Hewit nephew of Father Hewit are all Catholics. Colonel Richard F. O'Beirne of the 25the Infantry passed through Clark. O'Beirne wished to be remembered to Father Corby. Dallas believes they were school-fellows. Dallas wishes to be remembered to all of his friends at Notre Dame.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 8pp. - 12mo - {2}

1880 Aug. 5
Baker, Sadie L.: Oswego, Ill(inoi)s
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter and Postal order received. Where is the author of "Stars of Our Lady"? Many would be glad to see her in the Ave Maria again. In rereading the "Stars" Miss Baker found them as delightful as the first reading.

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

1880 Aug. 5
Leray, Marie: (Pontorson, France)
to Very Dear Sisters:

She is happy to see the approach of their feast day in order to offer them her best wishes. She begs them to come to see her as soon as possible. She does not wish to remain any longer where she is; she is not mad and they have nothing to fear in helping her to leave. If she is there it is because they wished it; she had warned them that since the return of her brother there would be no possibility for her to be in her Community. She thinks all this has happened because by reason of pain and suffering she had asked (Bishop Francis) Xavier (Leray?) five years before his last return, to help her to leave. This was done to add to her troubles. They should beg Auguste Marchand to take all the steps necessary so that she may leave Pontorson. Awaiting the happy day when she will see them, they should receive the affections of their sister, Marie Leray. That is the name that has been given her and that is why she awaits the visit of Marie Leray.

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

1880 Aug. 5
Reilly, S. W.: Baltimore, (Maryland)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Enclosed are extracts from the "Presbyterian" and one from the "Herald and Presbyter" in reference to Mr. MacGonigle of Ebensburg. They deny the article in the Ave Maria stating he preached a sermon on the Blessed Virgin. Hudson should send Reilly the authority of the statement or get the proofs of accuracy. (Clippings attached.)

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

1880 Aug. 5
Rouxel, Father G(ustave) A.: Rockaway Beach, L(ong) I(sland, New York)
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray: (Rome, Italy)

He has just received Leray's letter of July 22 from Rome and has carried out his orders. Tomorrow he will take the steamer "New Orleans" of the Cromwell line in order to return home. A letter from Father (Hyacinthe) Le Cozic reveals that all is going well at New Orleans. As soon as he arrives there, he will write at greater length. Father (John B. Bogaerts) Bogaertz has submitted his resignation as secretary and as a member of the corporation. It has not been accepted. The corporation has reached the desired situation—complete nullity. He believes they are ready to submit completely to the episcopal authority.

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

1880 Aug. 6
Cunningham, Peter F.: Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): Notre Dame, (Indiana)

Cunningham sends a statement of balance due Hudson for the sale of "Preludes." He has some left on hand yet. The balance will be sent at any time requested.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 6
Simeoni, Cardinal John: Rome, (Italy)
to Archbishop Napoleon (Joseph) Perché:

After receiving Perché letter of July 5, Perché coadjutor, Bishop Francis X(avier) Leray arrived in the city. He reported many things concerning the Archdiocese of New Orleans, especially the hostile atmosphere which he showed by documents to be in part dissipated. Simeoni was glad to hear that this hostility would be able to be extinguished over the years. He hopes that Perché will be relieved of he anxiety which appears in his letter. Simeoni also understands that Perché is troubled because he has not yet returned to his archdiocese, when, on the advice of doctors he was forbidden to take such a long trip during the summers. Perché enjoys liberty in this affair. If he finds the air more salubrious in his native France, nothing impedes him from setting up his household there. Perché made this proposal when in Rome and had told Simeoni that he would fulfill his duty to the archdiocese. Since Perché retains the title of Archbishop of New Orleans, he would place the burden of that office on another and would set up a tranquil life fitting for his age and health. Simeoni would take care of the means to support Perché and would use every effort that a pension would be assigned to him. I(gnatius) Masotti signs as secretary.

VI-3-b - L.S. - (Latin) - 2pp. - 4to. - {4}

(1880) Aug. 7
Murphy, S.J., (Father) Edward: Fethard, (Ireland)
to (Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter with Mr. Collins' directions received. Mr. Collins will be especially looked after. The bank order Hudson mentioned was not enclosed in the letter. Murphy will be at Fethard until August 15. Murphy has not received the July issue of the "Ave Maria." Another chapter of "Irish Legends" will be sent immediately. He will manage to send one every week now. Everyone is subscribing for the "Ave Maria."

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 16mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 7
Théard, Paul Emile: New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop N(apoleon) J(oseph) Perché: Angers, (France)

He received Perché's cablegram and immediately went to work. His memoir, which took fifteen hours work, is finished. Since he wants one copy for Perché, two for the Holy Father (Pope Leo XIII) and Cardinal (John) Simeoni, and one for himself, he has decided to have it printed by Mr. Francois. It will be ready by the 10th and should arrive at Rome around the 28th. Francois has orders to make only 4 copies and then destroy the plates so that no one will see it.

VI-3-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {4}

1880 Aug. 9
Lappan, John C.: Detroit, Mich(igan)
to (Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

He sends a copy of "Our Catholic Youth", a new weekly publication that Lappan has commenced in Detroit. The "Faithful Child" has ceased to exist as it has been merged into the new publication. Lappan would like a notice of the paper in the next issue of the Ave Maria. He requests the paper to be placed on the exchange list.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 9
(Leray), Sister Vincent: Le Rocher, St. Servan, (France)
to (Bishop Francis Xavier Leray: Chateaugiron, France)

She has learned through the superioress of their Sisters (of St. Vincent de Paul) of Griffon that Leray had been able to visit them. They were all very happy, especially the Superioress which is good for Leray's poor Sister Desirée. She announced that he intends to come to Rocher. She begs him to arrange his visit so as to satisfy the Community which is not always free to enjoy several days of rest because they are often busy with retreats. Their pastor would like to have him officiate and preach. Poor Father (C.) Mahé had to preach at a retreat the first day he came to dinner. She warns him so that he can arrange not to spend Sunday there if he does not want the trouble. Their poor Sisters at Redon are like her; the only news of the family which they receive comes from strangers.

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

1880 Aug. 9
Théard, Paul Emile: New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop N(apoleon) J(oseph) Perché: Angers, (France)

He confirms his letter of the 7th and encloses (no enclosure) a copy of the memoir which he sent to (Pope Leo XIII) and Cardinal (John) Simeoni. Perché should not be surprised at the introduction. Monsignor (Frédéric Francois Xavier Ghislain) De Mérode and Monsignor Nardi, who knew him, being dead, and not being known by the Pope, Théard had to introduce himself. (Edward) Bermudez left for Europe a week ago. Perché should not deceive himself. Bermudez is still the advisor of Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray. Since Bermudez is a judge, Thomas J. Semmes is ostensibly Leray's lawyer. He hopes Perché will be satisfied with his work but doubts that it will please Leray or Father (Gilbert) Raymond. P.S. Théard would feel, even in these times of radical republicanism very honored to call himself Roman count and to wear the ribbon of Knight of the Order of Gregory XVI or, even better, that of the first class of Pius IX.

VI-3-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {9}

1880 Aug. 9
Williams, Mary Anne: (Victoria, Australia)
to (Monsignor Robert Seton: Jersey City, New Jersey)

Seton's welcome letter came safely. Her son Seton (Williams) brought it. They are still at Queenscliffe but will be leaving at the end of next month. She is sending a sketch she made of Old Mrs. Seton from the original done by her daughter, Lady Jane Synnot. It is a copy of a sketch nearly 100 years old. Her son Seton passed as a solicitor. Seton is to address their letters to his care; they will probably go to see her son Walter (Williams) in New South Wales. As he is managing a station he could not leave to come to them. In his letter Father Hogan mentioned that the Vicar General, Father Dunne, is going home. Dunne sometimes came to see them and a very friendly feeling exists between them and Hogan. Williams thanks Seton for the likeness of his grandfather. She was both delighted and edified in reading the life of Elizabeth Seton. She will take it to Melbourne for her sister Jane (Manifold) and (her son) to read. Mr. Williams went to Melbourne the week before last to meet the new Bishop of Newcastle. Williams would like to hear about Seton's godson. Her sister-in-law, Mrs. George Synnot, is still confined to her bed. Jane Manifold has just got back from Sydney where she visited her daughter, Alice Panter. Her other daughter and family, the Andersons, are at Waiora waiting until they move into a new house.

II-1-b - A.L.S. - 7pp. - 12mo. - {9}

1880 Aug. 10
Dunne, E(dmund) F.: Salt Lake (City), Utah
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.): Notre Dame, Ind(iana)

Dunne thanks Hudson for the Ave Maria. Dunne's brother asks to have a pamphlet copy of the address sent to J. H. Richardson of London.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo - {1}

1880 Aug. 10
Howe, Miss Frances R: (Chesterton, Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

The enclosed manuscript is an article Miss Howe promised Our Lady in case of a certain success. Miss Howe sends 2 Catholic notes. In the August issue of the "Ave Maria" is an identical proposition which was condemned by Aunt Winifred. The commentary of Sylvius would certainly have filled the minds of the cavillers with anger. The article on Loretto (France) seems unreal and Miss Howe wonders if it is a fictitious travel for which the Catholic World is so famous. Those travels are the means of spreading much unreliable information. While in Loretto Miss Howe was shown around the Church by the Franciscan Father who appointed the confessor for those calling English their native tongue. In the Blessed Virgin's kitchen is a manuscript in Latin which contains many of the ejaculations of the present Litany of Loretto. This Litany arose from a custom people had of remaining after evening prayer in the Holy House while the priest in charge was shutting up for the night. The people uttered farewell ejaculations and the guardians of the Sanctuary wrote down these exclamations. Miss Howe was in Loretto and the Litany was not chanted except by the bands of pilgrims who chanted it daily at 4 P.M. The chant is precisely the one formerly sung at Notre Dame which Father Gillespie brought from Rome. The statue is black and carved out of cedar of Libanus. The features are finely chiselled by nature and finely sculptured by the artist. Miss Howe's mother is not very well. Miss Howe has on the back an article for Catholic Notes entitled "Confession and Holy Communion in Loretto." She describes the procedure followed in Loretto for receiving communion and also described the various confessionals to care for the many foreign languages.

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

1880 Aug. 10
Keefe, W(illia)m H.,: Memphis, Tennessee
to James A(lphonsus) McMaster: New York, (New York)

Keefe, writing from the Marine Hospital, notifies McMaster that the health of (Major) T. B. Sheridan is very bad and that his present condition is low. He asks that McMaster mention this in the Freeman's Journal since Sheridan is well known along the Mississippi River, as an able writer and as a good soldier in the cause of Gen(era)l N. B. Forrest. Keefe encloses a clipping concerning Sheridan (enclosure is present) which he cut from the Memphis Daily Appeal. In case McMaster prints anything about it, Keefe requests that six or eight copies be sent him in care of Mansford.

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

1880 Aug. 10
Meany, M(ary) L.: Philad(elphi)a, P(ennsylvani)a
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Miss Meany has completed "St. Anne." She managed to keep it within the limits desired. Due to her health, Miss Meany cannot send as many stories for the "Children's Department" as intended. "The Eve of the Assumption" was not complete but seemed to end well. She is working on "The Emigrants", but it is not for the Children's Department. Half of it was sent last week under the name of "After the Nights the Day." She will forward the remainder of it if Hudson does not have a serial story at the present. Miss Meany writes that she has received Hudson's card saying he did not like the beginning of "After the Night the Day." It is a domestic story, not funny nor sensational, but the type that families like.

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

1880 Aug. 10
Simeoni, Cardinal John: Rome, (Italy)
to Bishop Francis X(avier) Leray:

Having carefully weighed the dispensation to be granted to Catherine Calvit to marry a non-Catholic, it is doubtful whether he has been baptised. Leray is to conduct a more careful investigation and to inform this Congregation concerning what is uncovered. I(gnatius) Masotti signs as secretary.

VI-3-b - L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {3}

1880 Aug. 10
Ubach, Father Anth(ony) D.: North San Diego, (California)
to Ja(me)s (Alphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Ubach sends McMaster $47.50 to repay him for the money he so kindly advanced at the customs house, to pay the duties on the statues. Mr. McSorley informed him of this generosity some two weeks ago but he has been unable to repay the money until now because of he scared of money in his extensive and laborious mission. He has spent 14 of his 20 years of priesthood in this same mission where no other priest, in the words of Bishop (Thadeus) Amat of (Los Angeles, California), "would ever remain but a few months." In the past 12 and a half years he has been unable so draw any of the salary stipulated for him by the Constitution of the Diocese because the financial condition of the parish and mission have been insufficient to support himself and the assistant he received six years ago. The old Bishop always had money with which to buy lots in the missions under his jurisdiction even thought some few priests were not far from starvation. Before leaving for Europe the previous year, Ubach got certified copies from every co(unty) in the Diocese listing all of the Ecclesiastical property, with the intention of submitting them to the Propoganda, but his fellow priests failed to send him money and so he did not get to Rome. He asks McMaster to suggest a remedy for the condition in which conscientious priests cannot secure enough compensation for their mission. Such suggestions will be secretly and gratefully accepted by several deserving priests. The data on the Anniversary is in his trunk which he lost at Havre, (France) but he could still write an article if the subject is not too much out of date.

I-2-c - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {2}

1880 Aug. 11
Dunne, E(dmund) F.: Salt Lake (City), Utah
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Ind(iana)

Dunne thanks Hudson for the copy of the London "Catholic Universe". It has given him pleasure and enjoyment.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 11
(Hardenbergh) (Widdicombe, W.) Ad.: Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin
to James F. Edwards: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Edwards' letter from Waukesha caught him about to start on a trip. He met a charming little lady and is in a bad state of mind ever since. Trade is booming; big crops are expected.

XI-1-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 11
Howe, Frances R.: (Chesterton, Indiana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Miss Howe heard Miss Starr's collection was out of print. Hudson may verify this by writing to Philadelphia. Miss Howe is pleased to know her letter secured Miss Starr a deserved mention. The Sisters of Providence use her poems as a text for the rhetoric class. Hudson should try to induce Miss Starr to give a small edition to the Irish relief fund. It would not be an injustice for her to give an edition even though she is in need of money. The reason her book failed is because she came too soon before the Catholic public as a poet. There was no Catholic literature, and not much of a Catholic public at present. Father Zahm made the wreath for Miss Starr but it was a present from Sister Praxedes. She describes the wreath.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 11
Lalor, (Sister) M(ary) de Sales: Abbeyleix, Ireland
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Sister Lalor has checked the late issues of the Ave Maria to see if the contributions she received were published. Sister Lalor saw the account of the $30 and asks Hudson to send $30 more. It would be as great a charity to get bread for the starving children at the new convent as to send it anywhere in Ireland. Our Mother Mary is now appearing in 2 other parts of Ireland besides Knock. One place is 8 miles from Abbeyleix. Sister Lalor's brother in Ohio has two sons. One wishes to be a professional man and the other a priest. Hudson should inform her what the terms would be for both or one of the boys at Notre Dame. (Note by Hudson: Father Corby will take both boys for $500, 10% reduction.)

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 11
Marrin, John Francis: Cambridgeport, Mass(achusetts)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Marrin is sending a box containing a relic from Mt. Benedict, the Ursuline convent at Sommerville, Massachusetts which was burned by a mob 46 years ago. It will be valuable to serve as a reminder to our separated brethern that such things should not reoccur. Best wishes for Hudson's spiritual and temporal welfare.

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

1880 Aug. 12
Dunne, Edm(und F.): Salt Lake (City), Utah
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Ind(iana)

Dunne received the 25 copies this morning. It is beautifully printed. It is typographically faultless with one exception. Those are things only the author could notice. Dunne is not yet free from dizziness but weighs more. He hopes to move East with his family about September 1. Regards to all at Notre Dame.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 1 p. - 8vo - {1}

1880 Aug. 12
J(enkins, Father) T(homas) J.: Hardinsburgh, K(entuck)y
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Ind(iana)

Jenkins overlooked answering the question why he wanted to use the hymns of St. Jos(eph). Father Matthew Russell of the "Irish Monthly" has been waiting for Jenkins to furnish some hymns. Jenkins takes it as an honor to serve St. Joseph.

X-2-f - A. Postcard S. - - 32mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 12
O'Leary, Tom M.: Middletown, O(hio)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Ind(iana)

Father O'Rourke is writing Hudson about an article of his on "Our Schools." O'Leary would like to see it in print and told O'Rourke he could not have made a better selection. O'Leary is a warm advocate of the "School Direction" and hopes O'Rourke's request will not be met with a refusal.

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

1880 Aug. 12
O'Rourke, (Father) W(illia)m: Middletown, O(hio)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Ind(iana)

O'Rourke has an article on "Our Schools" which will make a pamphlet of about 30 pages. It is similar to Hudson's pamphlet on Judge Dunne's Oration and O'Rourke would like to know the cost to publish about 800 or 1000 copies. The article treats education in general and the "Catholic question". It is not O'Rourke's wish to make any profit. The clergy who have seen the manuscript are anxious to see it published. Father Franciscus, C.S.C., aids in hearing confessions on the 15th — the day of enrollment of O'Rourke's people in the Association of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Notre Dame. O'Leary is still in Middletown. P.S. "Our Schools" is meant the system, practice and taxation of the present public school system of the United States.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 13
Rouxel, Father G(ustave) A.: Rockaway Beach, L(ong) I(sland)
to Bishop F(rancis) X(avier) Leray:

Rouxel has just recieved Leray's letter of July 22 from Rome and he has carried out Leray's commissions. Tomorrow Rouxel takes the steamer New Orleans of the Cromwell line to return to the house. A letter from Father (Hyacinthe) LeCozic informs him anew that all is going well at New Orleans. Leray can count on their prayers to bring about a settlement of the affair which keeps him from them. Rouxel will write as soon as he gets to New Orleans. Father (John B. Bogaerts) Bogaertz has given his resignation as secretary and member of the "Holy Corporation". It was not accepted but it is a good point in his favor. That blessed body has arrived at a desirable point, that of complete nullity. At the last meeting they adjourned sine die, at least they set it for the first Monday of October. But Rouxel believes that they have decided to submit completely to episcopal authority.

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

1880 Aug. 13
Simeoni, Cardinal John: Rome, (Italy)
to Bishop Francis Xavier Leray:

The things Leray reported about the sad state of the Archdiocese of New Orleans with respect to the hostile atmosphere show that the affair has reached a point where everything is rushing to the precipice unless an efficacious remedy is applied. In order that the beauty and dignity of the Church be looked after and that the rights of the creditors be covered, and unless the whole debt is liquidated, the following faculties are granted to Leray for the space of 15 years: 1. To impose a fixed tax to be paid by each church according to the rate of income in such a way that for any hundred they are not held to pay more than 10. A council of five priests is to be elected by the pastors; they will decide the payments to be made. Leray may remit the payments for a particular pastor for grave reasons; 2. To collect offerings of the faithful, as is customary, on the feasts of Easter and the Nativity; 3. To collect contributions on the first Sunday of every month except in those months when the aforesaid two feasts occur; 4. To collect offerings from the faithful when a pastoral visitation is made. Simeoni is sure that the faithful will not desert the Church in such distress. I(gnatius) Masotti signs as secretary.

VI-3-b - L.S. - (Latin) - 2pp. - 4to. - {3}

1880 Aug. 13
Young, Father L(ambert): Frankfort, K(entucky)
to Monsignor (Robert) Seton: (Jersey City, New Jersey)

Young received Seton's letter of the 9th and on looking over the baptismal register he finds in Seton's handwriting: "The 28th day of July, 1871, Seton with the consent of Young baptized John (Foster Seton), the son of Henry Seton and and Ann Foster (Seton) born June 16. Sponsors John G(ray) Foster and Elizabeth Seton, both of whom were represented by "proxies." Young has never heard from Henry since, but he always said he was a poor correspondent.

II-1-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {6}

1880 Aug. 14
Anne of Jesus, (D.C.), Sister: Lambézellec, (France)
to Father (P. McWin?), Pastor of: (Chateaugiron, France)

She has learned indirectly of Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray's arrival in France: her greatest desire is to see him before his return to Louisiana. Not knowing Leray's address she asks him to inform Leray of her desire.

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

1880 Aug. 14
Jenkins, (Father) T(homas) J.: Hardinsburg, K(entuck)y
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letters received. Hudson is always right in curtailing Jenkins' articles and he may change what he pleases. Jenkins does not agree with Hudson on keeping mum the matter in debate. Jenkins would like to see some European Catholic modesty take the place of the counterfeit article manufactured in this country. Jenkins may visit Hudson the 1st Sunday of September. Jenkins is going to take Hudson "down a peg" for the first time. Aristotle wants to say that "we are bound to give heed to the opinions of the aged and experienced because from their having the eye of experience they see the principles of things." Jenkins does not grant that faculty to the men of their age. So Jenkins will try Hudson's humility by saying he did not depend so much on Hudson's personal judgment as that of some of Hudson's wiser superiors in the matter of his manuscript on Public Schools. This is no type of letter to write to a man with ague.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 14
Ryder, Eliot: Cobleskill, N(ew) Y(ork)
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, (CSC): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter of the 9th received. Not a better medium could be found than the Ave Maria for placing such a controversy before the people whom they wish to reach. Its pages are not the place for long continued discussions. If Hudson thinks Ryder severe upon Mr. Egan, Hudson should remember that Egan himself advocates candid expression. Ryder rejoices that Hudson approves of his volume but wonders-why not have the biographies written for the "Ave Maria?" Hudson could have a reasonable space for it while Ryder would have to condense its contents to about 12 lines. Ryder is glad Hudson saw his lines in the "Sun" and Hudson's appreciation is very flattering. The poem of Matthew Bridges is beautiful. Ryder is sorry Hudson has been ill, especially with Ague (?). Ryder has had it himself.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 1p. - 4to - {1}

1880 Aug. 14
Théard, Paul E(mile): New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Archbishop N(apoleon) J(oseph) Perché: Angers, (France)

He confirms his letters of the 7th and the 9th. Enclosed in the latter were his memoir to (Pope Leo XIII), his opinion in regard to the Cathedral (of St. Louis), and his brief in the (Margaret) Mulligan affair. At this moment when the enemies of their religion are renewing the persecutions of the first century, Théard would like to be in the first rank to confront them. That is why he has the noble ambition to have a mark of distinction from the Holy Father.

VI-3-b - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p. - 4to. - {4}

1880 Aug. 14
Vincelette, C.: Quebec, Canada
to James A(lphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Vincelette thanks McMaster for sending him two sample copies of his very interesting newspaper. It is a great consolation for Vincelette to meet persons devoting their life to the spread of religion. Vincelette hopes that his voice could soften a little the troubles met by McMaster in the defense of the Holy mother Church. Vincelette would consider himself very happy if he can encourage McMaster in his noble mission. Being in charge of an insane asylum Vinclette does not have much time for reading. However, he sends McMaster $3 for a year's subscription.

I-2-c - A.L.S. - (French) - 2pp - 8vo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 14
Wood, (Father) Cha(rle)s J.: Michigan City, Ind(iana)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Ind(iana)

Wood is sorry to hear of Hudson's sufferings. He advises Hudson to prevent overwork and to allow his body a generous diet. Wood noticed that the present Pontiff has ordered 300,000 francs for a new Edition of St. Thomas Aquinas. Cardinal (Thomas) Zigliara is to be the chief editor. Wood asks Hudson if the edition known as "Billuart's" published by Benziger was annoted by members of the Society of Jesus. Wood is writing a course of sermons on the Conception of God. The last sermon ends with the argument about the worship due in the sacrament of the altar.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 6pp. - 12mo - {2}

1880 Aug. 15
Hoskin, Mary: Toronto, (Canada)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Miss Hoskin does not wish to urge Hudson to publish her paper on the "Community of the Precious Blood" against his judgment. Miss Hoskin fears Hudson will misunderstand her as it is not her intention to make an appeal. Her desire was to make this new order known and to spread the devotion to the Precious Blood. Since there is no Catholic Magazine in Canada, her object was to reach Canadians as much as those of the United States, as the "Ave Maria" is read in nearly every Catholic family. If there is nothing in the paper that Hudson disapproves, Miss Hoskin asks, for the sake of the Precious Blood, to have it published when possible.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 15
Shea, J(ohn) G(ilmary): Elizabeth, N(ew) J(ersey)
to Father (Edward) Jacker: (Pointe St. Ignace, Michigan)

Jacker's letter filled Shea with pain at the loss of his outfit and above all the copy of the "Dictionary" with his patient notes of a quarter of a century. Shea printed a Yakama grammar that his old friend George Gibbs fished out of a pond in Washington Territory and which proved to be the work of Bishop (Louis Joseph) D'Herbomez. They regret Jacker's removal from Pointe St. Ignace. While he moves, Shea is chained in Elizabeth. Shea wishes to print the Register, and to engrave in time the bread iron and vestments. They are not perhaps older than 1750, but Catholic Maryland cannot show as much of the missions of the last century as Jacker can at Mackinac. Jacker is to apply for a copy of (Pierre) Margry('s) (Works) before they are all gone. Jacker's notes on Father (Louis) Hennepin are so valuable that Shea will give them in the Appendix. Reverend E(dward) D(uffield) Neill is going to attack Shea, and Jacker's testimony comes so directly to the point that one who rewrote Hennepin's first book destroyed its value, that it will add no little weight to Shea's argument.

II-2-o - A.L.S. - 3pp. - 12mo. - {6}

1880 Aug. 16
Brown, M. B.: Crestline, O(hio)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Brown thanks Hudson for sending the copy of Judge Dunne's excellent oration on Commencement Day. Even though Brown read the article in the "Scholastic" he is glad to have it in pamphlet form for future preservation and reading.

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

1880 Aug. 16
L(avey), A(lfred): Dexter, Mich(igan)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

He sends a Postal Order for $5. $4 is for the suffering in Ireland and $1 for the rebuilding of Notre Dame. The contribution for Ireland should be acknowledged in favor of Mr. and Mrs. Elizabeth Carty, deceased, and husband. The contribution for Notre Dame is L(avey's) sent in hopes of sharing in the Masses and prayers of the community. A correction is given for the mailing of the Ave Maria. P.S. Lavey describes a miraculous cure in this vicinity by the use of cement from Knock. P.S. Hudson should inform Lavey and readers of the Ave Maria how the cement may be obtained.

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

1880 Aug. 17
Donnelly, Eleanor C.: New Rochelle, N(ew) Y(ork)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter with enclosures received. Miss Donnelly's original plan for the summer was to take a trip to Minnesota and to remain at her brother's residence until September. On her way to Philadelphia she planned to visit Notre Dame. She has not been well and needs the change of climate. Her plans were changed at the last minute and she hurried off to New Rochelle. Circumstances will prevent Miss Donnelly from getting out the new book "Crowned with Stars." Miss Donnelly's mother will not permit her to present the donation entirely uncompensated as planned, but if Hudson would compensate her with about $75 and a few copies of the work, Miss Donnelly could persuade her mother to consent. Miss Donnelly is very disappointed and Hudson should talk the matter over with Father General (Edward Sorin.) The first edition of "Pearls from the Casket of the S(acred) H(eart)" was out weeks ago, and the second edition, which Archbishop Wood commended is probably out by now. Hudson should inform her immediately if she should proceed to work on the book, so it can be out in December. The picture of the Blessed Mother Hudson sent would be a good frontispiece for "Crowned with Stars."

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 17
Toohey, C.S.C., (Father) J. M.: Lead City, D(akota) T(erritory)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's postal received. Toohey tried to have the 2nd chapter of "Raphael" ready by the afternoon mail but failed. Father Colovin is studying horsemanship. Toohey hopes to hear that Father Gleeson is confirmed in Deadwood. Hudson should ask Brother Edward about some blank books he is making for Toohey.

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

1880 Aug. 18
Dwenger, B(isho)p Joseph: F(or)t Wayne, Ind(iana)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Dwenger has been informed that Hudson has exchanges for the Ave Maria in Australia. He would like to make an inquiry as to the whereabouts of Elizabeth McAttee of the parish of Clanbroney, Ireland. About 12 years ago she was heard of in Melbourne, Australia. This information is desired on account of a legacy left in Dwenger's authority.

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

(18)80 Aug. 18
Foley, W(illia)m D.: Columbia, P(ennsylvani)a
to James A(lphonsus) McMaster: (New York, New York)

Foley sends McMaster $2.50 in mission dues to aid the Indian Missions of Father Isidore Robot, (O.S.B.).

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

1880 Aug. 18
Guetri:
to "Monseigneur":

Father Delanoe has asked him to say that he is coming to dine with. Therefore, they are counting on him for this afternoon.

VI-3-b - A.L.S. - 1p. - 12mo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 19
(Egan, Maurice Francis): New York, (New York)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Indiana

Egan is sending a book published by a well-meaning fellow. A notice would make him very happy. Ryder has informed Egan that he will cut him up. Egan sent Hudson's name to Scribner's. Has Brother Stanislaus C.S.C. arrived yet? He weighed as much as Egan when departing.

X-2-f - A. Postcard U(nsigned) - - 32mo. - {2}

1880 Aug. 20
E(gan), M(aurice) F(rancis): New York, (New York)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter increased Hickey's pleasure in writing a notice. The "American" is off the press. Egan has 4 weeks to write on the "Review" and the "Catholic World." Many people want Egan to write an article on Southwell, Hubington and Crashaw.

X-2-f - A.L.S. (Initialed) - 1p. - 12mo - {1}

1880 Aug. 20
(Hardenbergh) (Widdicombe, W.) Ad.: Winona, Minnesota
to James F. Edwards: Notre Dame, Indiana

He is in a nice box. He met a most charming lady at Block River Falls and remained there four days. Someone reported to his father that he was travelling around the country with a woman of questionable character. His father wrote him to tend to business. Widdicombe replied by sending him $2000 worth of orders to show that he had not loafed. He wishes he could introduce the lady in question to his father.

XI-1-b - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 20
Hilliard, Father J.: Chevaigné, (France)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph) Perché: (Angers?, France)

Hilliard acknowledges having received from Perché 450 francs, the interest due on 15,000 francs loaned to the diocese of New Orleans and bearing interest at 6% payable January 1and July 1 of each year.

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

1880 Aug. 20
Ryder, Eliot: Cobleskill, N(ew) Y(ork)
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Ryder received the proof. Hudson should add the manuscript enclosed if not out of place. (Attached: a criticism of Maurice Francis Egan's verse by Ryder.)

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

1880 Aug. 20
Smith, Sara T.: Lenwood, P(ennsylvani)a
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Indiana

Maurice Egan has encouraged Miss Smith to offer Hudson something for inspection. It is the first work since regularly engaged in literary work. The poem she sends was written for the Ave Maria. The "Ave Maria" is welcomed in her household where Miss Smith is the only Catholic.

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

1880 Aug. 21
Cunningham, Peter F.: Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Cunningham sends Hudson a statement for the amount due for "Preludes".

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 1p. - 8vo - {1}

1880 Aug. 21
Ryder, Eliot: Cobleskill, N(ew) Y(ork)
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): Notre Deame, Indiana)

Ryder received the proof and Hudson's letter. The places Hudson penciled are those in which Ryder ventures to reply to his recommendation to intellectual converts. Ryder discusses Maurice Francis Egan with Hudson. It will be spring before Ryder has his book ready for the publishers, and a long time before it is ready for the market. Hudson is right about using the biographies in the "Ave Maria." Hudson is unselfish. Ryder is flattered that his verses please Hudson, and hopes someday to meet him. Ryder has never been in society from the age of 14. At 14 he learned the printer's trade and at 15 was editor of a weekly newspaper. He has been an editor ever since up to April 1. Not being accustomed to society he finds his highest pleasure with his books.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 8vo - {2}

1880 Aug. 22
Vigroux, Father E(ugene): St. Mary's, (Lafourche, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph Perché: Paris, France)

Vigroux can no longer resist writing. It would be very difficult for him to tell (Perché) how much he suffered when he learned that he was seriously ill, for (Perché) is, in effect, his father, having accepted him in the diocese where he has worked for 11 years. (Perché) should return soon. He is loved and venerated by all the priests, and those few who try to create a suspicion to the contrary deserve the title of imposters. He hopes (Perché) will write and that in his letter he will tell him that he has been officially joined to the diocese, for Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray will acknowledge as priests belonging to the diocese only those who have been ordained for it. The brick walls of his new church are completed and the carpentry would probably have been completed this year if last year's harvests had not failed. The parish is still the same; good people but somewhat indifferent

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

1880 Aug. 22
Elizabeth, S(iste)r M(ary): St. Mary's
to F(ather Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Sister Elizabeth has just received Sister Cecilia's Ave Maria and sees that her grandmother's name was misspelled. It should be: Harriet Anne Redman. Hudson should correct it. Her grandmother loved all. God's will be done.

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

1880 Aug. 23
(Dunbar), Estelle: Waukesha, Wisconsin
to (James F. Edwards): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

She received Edwards' letter from Indianapolis. Her trip from Chicago was uneventful. Mrs. Keough is indeed a lovely person. Mrs. Relyea lost her diamond earrings. Their new pastor, Father (J.) Gneimer called last evening and says Waukesha is a charming place. Her mother sends her affectionate regards, as also Father Callaghan.

XI-1-b - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 23
Kelly, C.S.C., Father Ch(arles): Watertown, Wis(consin)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Absence in Chicago is the cause of not replying to Hudson's letter. The advertisement is correct. He obtained six new (students) from Saint Jarlath's parish. All are going to the Jesuit college. He did not go near Notre Dame students. He did not go near his name sake Kelly who lives in Father Cashman's parish, nor allow Father Cashman to go because he thought they intended to go to Notre Dame. On the advice of Father Tom Maher an ad was put in the "Chicago Times." Kelly heard Father P. P. preach for the first time and he was very disgusting. He spoke on education for an hour and three quarters. Before leaving Chicago, Kelly went to see Father Tighe and expected to see Father Zahm there. The Watertown ad should not crowd anything out of the Ave Maria.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo. - {1}

1880 Aug. 23
McCartee, Sister Mary Gertrude: (Cork, Ireland)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's offering received. The prayers of the poor in the school will be frequently offered in Hudson's honor. An 8-day retreat will commence Saturday.

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

1880 Aug. 23
Mann, (Miss) Isabella: New York, (New York)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Miss Mann is home. She did not collect anything except the $4 she mentioned. She will send a trifle on her own account for the church in New Orleans. She has been ill all summer and expected to regain her health while at Saratoga. Miss Mann thanks Hudson for his promises to pray for her.

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

1880 Aug. 23
Perché, N(apoleon) J(oseph), Archbishop of New Orleans: Paris, (France)
to Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray: (Chateaugiron, Ille-et-Vilaine, France)

At the same time that he learned of Leray's return from Rome, he received a letter from Cardinal (John) Simeoni in which the, latter spoke of the documents which Leray had presented to him and from which it appears that Leray had paid a part of the debts of the diocese. Simeoni hopes that in a few years the debts will be paid entirely. While happy to learn this news, he regrets that they did not have a meeting before he went to Rome. In any event it is necessary for them to meet so that Leray can honor the promises he made to Simeoni. Leray knows that there are in France outstanding obligations bearing five per cent interest, payable January 1 and July 1. The diocese has never sent the money to pay the interest. Furthermore, there are creditors at New Orleans and elsewhere. In his first letter Leray spoke of his need for Perché's assistance and influence. That is why Perché urged him to come to Rome immediately, which would have avoided many difficulties. If he will now act frankly and loyally, they can do what he should have done six months ago. They could meet at Paris or at Angers in September. If Leray prefers Rome, it would have to be after the hot weather. The meeting would put an end to the injurious charges which have been made against Leray which have been joined to the bad impressions already existing in France and at Rome. If he does not receive a reply by September 8, he will conclude that Leray intends to break all relations with him.

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

1880 Aug. 23
Pombriay, H(enri) de: S(t.) Louis, (Missouri)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

A package of manuscripts is being sent to Hudson containing 2 stories for children and another articles. Also the passages taken from the 2 volumes of L. P. Dupont are being sent. The passage should be read by some of the priests who know French. It should make a good article for the Ave Maria. If Hudson desires it he will do the translation. A copy of the rules of the Vestiary of St. Martin has been sent to the "London Tablet" for publication to benefit the poor of Ireland. A copy has also been sent to Sister Mary Frances Clare who made an appeal in behalf of the poor children of Ireland. These rules have been twice across the Atlantic, once to the Duke of Norfolk and once to his grace of Tuam. dePombriay would like to obtain Lady Georgiana Fullerton's attention to the Vestiary as a source of relief for the poor. A word from Hudson whom she knows will mean the establishment of Vestiaries in England and America. If the rules are not published dePombriay's attempts will be futile. Enclosed is $1 for the rebuilding of Notre Dame, donated by Mrs. Harriet Hunt. de Pombriay and Father Vaniver regret Father Sorin did not go to Tours. P.S. The rules of the Vestiary of St. Martin are approved by the late (Francois) Cardinal Morlot of Tours. Hudson should ask Father Sorin as a friend of Mr. Dupont to pray for him.

X-2-f - A.L.S. - 4pp. - 12mo - {5}

1880 Aug. 23
Therese, (C.S.C.) Sister Mary: St. Mary's Academy (Notre Dame, Indiana
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson should have 200 copies of the enclosed printed. Send the bill to Mother Superior.

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

1880 Aug. 23
Ursulines: Chateaugiron, (France)
to Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray: (Chateaugiron, France)

Song celebrating Leray's visit to the Ursuline monastery.

VI-3-b - A. Song - (French) - 2pp. - 4to. - {1}

1880 Aug. 23
Van Gennip, (Father) J(ohn): Cheboygan, Michigan)
to Ph(ilip) Van Dyke: (Detroit, Michigan)

There is some misunderstanding in their agreement of 1876 to collect (Jeremiah) O'Connor's debt. Van Gennip had absolutely no other idea than that Philip should collect the whole amount due to the poor, without regard how it was to be done, under the condition that Van Gennip should pay $1000 to St. Anthony Asylum after the amount due was collected. From this it is clear that getting a mortgage was not satisfying the agreement. When he said in 1876 that Philip will know best how to act and that he did not press immediate pay, it was to give Philip time to choose the most convenient opportunity for collecting the debt, nothing else. (Henry) F. Brownson says he might have sold the mortgage but that is about of the question as Philip was to collect the dues. Philip is not to think Van Gennip is in the least dissatisfied but Van Gennip wanted to correct these misapprehensions. Van Gennip did not know that Philip had commenced foreclosure and therefore he asks Philip not to delay the work. Van Gennip is so anxious because the whole amount belongs to the pagans in China, to buy from them their children who are otherwise thrown into the rivers or to the dogs.

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1880 Aug. 24
Parker, Eliza R.: Bedford, K(entuck)y
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Mrs. Parker has not seen an announcement of a serial story for the coming year in the Ave Maria and would like to send one to Hudson. If Hudson knew her peculiar situation he would sympathize with her. She describes her domestic situation. Mrs. Parker will soon write a poem in payment for the Ave Maria. She will send the first chapters of her story to Hudson for inspection if he desires her to write it. She asks Hudson to send the issue of the Ave Maria with Eliot Ryder's article on Catholic writers and poets, as her copy never arrived.

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1880 Aug. 25
Elder, William Henry, Coad(jutor Bishop) of: Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Bishop Francis X(avier) Leray: (Chateaugiron, France)

Elder received Leray's letter of the 21st and thanks him for what he has done in behalf of Natchez. There is one all the time that many recommend most strongly, Father (Frederick W.) Wayrich, C.SS.R. Elder forgets whether he sent his name. He had heard from some that he was disposed to be overbearing and for that reason did not give his name for Natchez. But some, who ought to know him well, declare that his disposition is the very contrary. He is an American by birth. He was at Baltimore last fall. Father (Benedict A.) Neithart, C.SS.R., has a very high esteem for him. If Father (Nicholas A.) Gallagher should be appointed, Elder thinks he will make a good bishop. From his manner he judges he has less push than may be desirable in (Galveston), Texas, but perhaps there is enough push there already and a little quiet may be desirable. From what Leray tells him of the impression produced at Rome, he concludes that God has brought good out of evil and that he will have all the needed authority. (At Cincinnati), Elder finds things much more easy and agreeable than he had expected, but, as the work of settlement goes on before the courts, he expects renewed trouble. He is avoiding all interference and, as much as possible, all responsibility. He has given out all the money he brought with him in helping the destitute.

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1880 Aug. 25
Warner,:
H. H. & Co. Rochester, N(ew) Y(ork)
to (Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

A copy of the "American Treasury of Facts" has been mailed to Hudson. It is a compilation of National Statistics made by Honorable A. R. Spofford, Librarian of Congress, and will prove to be a valuable reference book. If Hudson publishes the notice accompanying the book, he should send a copy of the paper to Warner, for future reference.

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1880 Aug. 26
Louage, C.S.C., (Father) A(ugustus): Cote des Neiges, (Canada)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Father General thought it to be a good idea to have the ceremonies for the taking of the Habit and Religious Professions mentioned in the Ave Maria to make the Congregation known and to find vocations. Louage thinks the same article should be published in Canada also. If Hudson does not object the following list should be published in the next issue.

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1880 Aug. 26
McFadden, Father James: (Letterkenny, Ireland)
to (Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

McFadden requests the accompanying letter be published in the Ave Maria. The Irish in America are not forgetful of the land of the Emerald Isle as Americans helped to soothe the pain of the recent catastrophe of August 15. (No enclosure.)

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1880 Aug. 26
Murphy, S. J., Edward: (Portarlington, Ireland)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Indiana

Murphy thanks Hudson for the remittance received for the poor of Galway. Hudson will not realize what he and the readers of the Ave Maria have done until they see it in Heaven.

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1880 Aug. 27
Elder, W(illia)m Henry, Coadj(utor) of: Cincinnati, (Ohio)
to Bishop Fra(nci)s X(avier) Leray: Chateaugiron, France)

In his last he intended mentioning another name, Father (James F.) Callaghan of Cincinnati. Elder has been somewhat prejudiced against him before he came, but every conversation with him increased his opinion of him. He is now in Europe for a year. (P.S.) If Leray should think of him seriously he should inquire first of the Bishops who know him.

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1880 Aug. 28
Churchill, (Harriet) B. "Hattie": Mattapan, Mass(achusetts)
to Father (Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Miss Churchill has been away trying to regain her strength. She received the $10 but does not know if it covered her last article. She names the 4 manuscripts published thus far. Miss Churchill asks Hudson if Miss (Susan L.) Emery has mailed him a sketch titled "The Root of the Matters." If Hudson does not want it Mrs. Hecker will take it.

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1880 Aug. 28
Kitz, Ernest: Indianapolis, Indiana
to J(ames) F. Edwards: Notre Dame, Indiana

Mrs. (Marie) Rhodius says that Mrs. Shoemaker will send one boy without doubt and perhaps another, and she wants to see Edwards. Edwards had better come down Saturday.

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1880 Aug. 28
Perché, (Napoleon Joseph), Archbishop of New Orleans: Paris, (France)
to Bishop (Francis Xavier) Leray: Chateaugiron, Ile-et-Vilaine, (France)

He will wait for Leray on Tuesday at Paris, 163 Boulevard Malesherbes.

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1880 Aug. 28
Seton, Eliz(abeth): St. Ulrich, Tyrol
to (Monsignor Robert Seton: Jersey City, New Jersey)

Since it is (Robert)'s birthday, she thought to send him an affectionate greeting. They have been guests of the Vicar of St. Ulrich for nearly three weeks. The building they are in was formerly a Benedictine monastery and still contains a valuable library. Their rooms are the cells of the monks, separated by a wide hall, which is their common place of meeting in the evenings. They are quite a party of American Catholics. Will(iam) has probably told Robert of her intnetion to place Jack (John Foster Seton) at school this autumn. She has secured him entrance at an institution where he will be better cared for than at home and Elizabeth will have more time for teaching. The boy requires a strong man's hand. Since she left she heard that Miss Harper called at her lodgings; could this be Aunt Kate's old friend? Louis (Joseph) Sands is to come here for a short stay and will have plenty of work for his pencil.

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1880 Aug. 29
Anne de Jesus, D.C., Sister: Lambezellec, (France)
to (Bishop Francis Xavier Leray: Chateaugiron, France)

She thanks him for the interest which he has taken in her and all the (Daughters of the Cross). They regret that he cannot come to bless their noviciate and would like to believe that his decision is not final. The decrees of March 23, which inspire him with fear and sometimes make them tremble, they hope, and have reason to believe, will not affect them. They hope he will come if only to spend a day. They have established their noviciate in the interest of the missions and would like to have him see this work whose debut was so difficult. It has begun to progress and promises much for the future. They would like to speak to him about conditions for admission, and also she would like his advice on the choice of an assistant as the house is becoming too important for her to direct it alone.

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1880 Aug. 29
Dallas, A(lexander) I.: Fort Clark, Texas
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter received. Dallas' trip from McKavett was unpleasant as the whole country was flooded. A Texas rain can fill a dry ravine within 3 minutes to a roaring torrent. Dallas waited 4 days in a village for the Yllano river to go down in order to cross. Over 12 houses were blown over at the fort but no loss of life. Dr. Havard and Father Heyburn were at Fort Clark but left before Dallas returned. Father Heyburn returned to his station at Eagle Pass. Dallas explains a Court Martial procedure. Dallas read Judge Dunne's address and then read it to Mrs. Dallas. He would like some of the pamphlets. With the exception of occasional attacks of lumbago Dallas is very much improved in health. Dallas has written Mother Annunciata that he proposes to remove Marie from school after 2 years. He is glad to hear of Elise's talent. Dallas hopes to have a change of duties soon. Mrs. Dallas sends regards.

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1880 Aug. 29
E(gan), M(aurice) F(rancis): New York, (New York)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Indiana

Egan has letters on Catholic poets. While writing a sum of the great American drama, his pen ran into a dialogue. Egan will send it to Hudson. Regards to Brother Stanislaus and Professor Edwards.

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1880 Aug. 30
Cavailhez, Caroline née Cavé: Bordeaux, (France)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph) Perché: (Angers, France)

The need in which she finds herself compels her to ask him to tell her the reply of Mr. Dapbeville, the elder. If it is not favorable, a gentleman (at Bordeaux) wishes to give her an advance on her papers in order to recover the property of her parents which Baptiste Cavailhez, her husband, has had for about 36 years.

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1880 Aug. 30
Lambing, (Father) A. A.: Pittsburg, P(ennsylvani)a
to F(athe)r (Daniel E.) Hudson, (CSC): (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Lambing received the manuscripts. Lambing could write occasionally for the Ave Maria and would like to know if there is any special topic. Lambing is ashamed to see his name so long among the "celebrated contributors" without contributing to the entertainment of the readers.

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1880 Aug. 30
Lynch, (Father) J(ames) S.M.: Troy, N(ew) Y(ork)
to Father Daniel E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter received. Lynch has resigned his position and is temporarily in Cohoes, N.Y. filling the place of the pastor who is in Europe. He does not have access to an extensive library as at the Seminary so he is doubtful about writing on the questions. Hudson should inform Lynch of his wishes.

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1880 Aug. 30
Smith, S. T.: Linwood, P(ennsylvani)a
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: Notre Dame, Indiana

Hudson's letter received. Smith thanks Hudson for his kind words and encouragement, although he has but a moment to spare.

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1880 Aug. 31
Henri Dominique, (O.P.), Sister: Cotte, (France)
to Archbishop (Napoleon Joseph) Perché of New Orleans: (Angers, France)

She asks pardon for not having written in so long. She, her mother, and her sister Blanchette spoke of him every day. He is truly her father. She has suffered a great deal since March. She hopes his health has returned. Father (Hippolyte) Leneuf wrote last month that (Perché) was going to go to Lucerne to (Jules) de Boursetty, and he sent her his work on America. Her mother regretted very much not seeing (Perché) while she was at Paris. She cannot begin to tell him of all Boursetty's kindnesses for her mother and her sister. He introduced them to the ladies de Minval who were very good to them. She wonders why (Perché) does not remain in France. After more than 40 years of exile and the missions, France has a right to retain him. She has not forgotten his promise to return to Cette. Their Reverend Mother and all the (Deminican) Sisters send their respects. She would like to see him in order to tell him how happy she was over the reunion with her mother and sister after ten years. However, along with the happiness came great suffering. Neither Monsignor de Calimes nor their Prioress has been able to cheer her up.

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Enclosure:

1880 Aug. 31
Henri Dominique, (O.P.), Sister: (Cette, France)
to Count (Jules) de Boursetty: (Lucerne, Switzerland)

She counts on (Perché) to deliver this note. She thanks him for the kindnesses to her mother at the time of her visit to Paris. She thanks him for introducing them to the ladies de Minval who showered them with attention. She hopes he will accompany (Perché) on his next visit. Words cannot describe her joy over the return of her mother but the joy was tempered by the earlier death of her father.

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1880 Aug. 31
Meany, (Miss) M(ary) L.: Philad(elphi)a, (Pennsylvania)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, C.S.C.: (Notre Dame, Indiana)

Hudson's letter received. Miss Meany asks Hudson to overlook her neglect and expresses her gratitude for Hudson's kindness. She sends several articles with the conclusion of "After the Night, the Day." Perhaps "How A Saint Was Made" would suffice as a variety. Miss Meany believes there is need of practical religious literature. She is aware of the fact that Hudson has no preference for sentimental, or dry, or suggestive literature. The original of the French story is called "The Emigrants." She hopes Hudson's health will improve. Miss Meany thanks Hudson for the remittance for "Orphan's Vineyard." There has been no payment received for the "Eve of the Assumption." The Public Ledger used to be intensely bigoted in an underhand way, but since Mr. Chilas contributed to the Famine Fund, the whole tone is changed.

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