1828 Jan. 10
(Flaget, Benedict Joseph), Bishop of Bardstown
Bardstown, Kentucky
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Letter written on blank page of printed faculties. Speaks of a case concerning the granting of faculties - mentions a Mr. Kelly and a Mr. Rafferty.
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1828 Jan. 15
F(enwick) Edw(ard) Dominic, Bishop of
C(incinna)ti, (Ohio)
to The Duke of Lucca
Fenwick thanks the duke for his great interest in the Dominicans and his generosity to himself. He sees in him a true son of Saint Dominic, who has taken the trouble to write to Pope Leo XIII about their missions and to be their charge d'affaires in Rome. The bearer of this letter, Father Hyacinth Montgomery, goes to Turin to restore his health which has been damaged by his work in this vast diocese, looking for the scattered sheep. This need is so great that he has deprived his Cathedral of the services of Father Augustine Hill, O.P., now on a tour of 220 miles. Hill spent the winter a hundred miles from any confrere. The Duke does not know how much he has inspired these Dominicans amidst their fatigue and trials. He speaks of the congregations near Canton, New Lisbon, Cadis, and the like. He sends his regards to the Duchess. He asks also to be remembered to Father O'Finan who is close to the Duke in working for their community.
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1828 Feb. 4
O'Neill, Father J(eremiah) F.
Charleston, S(outh) C(arolina)
to Father J(ohn) Timon, (C.M.)
Perryville, M(iss)o(uri)
Timon's communication arrived by this day's post. The letter in which reference was made to Mr. St. Vrain and Mr. James reached O'Neill's office not before the end of autumn or the coming of (winter). The (United States Catholic) Miscellany was sent to St. Vrain and O'Neill wonders why he has not received it. James' intent to subscribe was not clear. James permitted Bishop (Joseph) Rosati to state he would act as agent; he has been specified as such. O'Neill wonders if the Miscellany sent to the Bishop through St. Louis to the Seminary reaches there regularly. The Mississippi country and neighboring state are thickly inhabited by Catholics; he wonders if they know of the existence of the Miscellany. They have had money difficulties, such as would deter any other but the good Bishop (John) England from making an open stand. The bishop encounters not only powerful enemies from without, but also rebels from within the Church. The bishop's successors will not find a situation as difficult as he and his halpers faced. England is at present in North Carolina on his visitation; he travels without a priest. The paper is still considerably in debt; new subscribers would aid the work much. O'Neill arrived from Ireland in 1824, was ordained priest in 1826 at age 32.
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1828 Feb. 7
Du Pont des Loges, Paul
Paris, (France)
to Father (John Baptist) Purcell
Baltimore, (Maryland)
Writing from St. Sulpice Seminary Du Pont profits by the occasion offered by Father Mollevaut to remind Purcell of his promise that he would share in some of his prayers. They are far apart but distances cannot separate those who are united in Christ. He will be a priest this year, probably at the feast of the Trinity or at Christmas and for this he asks Purcell's prayers. God has given plenty of time to prepare but he needs to be so pure for this office. He can only pray. He asks also the prayers of Father (Simon William) Bruté. They lost Father Duclaux, who had lost the use of his faculties for some time before. He supposes that Purcell in the seminary has opportunity to do good work and he wishes to share in it. Bruté will receive a package of printed spiritual pamphlets which he has been asked at Rennes to send. He asks again for a share of Purcell's prayers.
Photostat from Mt. St. Joseph's in Cincinnati.
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1828 Mar. 10
Caprano, Pietro, Archbishop of Iconium
Rome, (Papal States)
to Father Frederick Rese V.G. of Cincinnati
Pisa
Capranus acknowledges Rese's letter of Feb. 24 in which he asked that Capranus propose to the Cardinal Prefect that Barron be permitted to remain there and to return as soon as he thinks proper. The Cardinal grants the permission on condition that the Archbishop invite him and that he remain in the diocese with a priest as assisstant. This permission is given publicly by the superiors of the Collegio Urbano to avoid scandal and the Archbishop is to take the proper steps to avoid scandal. Rese is to convey Caprano's respects.
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1828 Mar. 15
Cappellari, Maurus, Cardinal Prefect
Rome, (Papal States)
to Bishop Edward (Dominic) Fenwick, O.P.
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
This letter is to inform Fenwick that two Dominicans, Fathers William Harold and John Ryan who have been living in the diocese of Philadelphia have been strongly urged by the Sacred Congregation that since they have been ordered by the Holy Father to depart, they should go to Cincinnati and there perform their sacred ministry. Fenwick is so informed that he may receive these two men, show them evidences of benevolence, propose to them that they remain there and serve for the good of religion. Archbishop Pietro Caprano of Iconium signs as secretary. no. 16. (Detroit Papers)
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1828 Mar. 15
Huillet
Rennes, (France)
Huillet, headmaster of the Royal College of Rennes certifies that Jean Etienne Blin has pursued, as an extern, courses from the sixth to the third where he is this year. They are well satisfied with his application and his conduct. Approved by the rector of the college, Father Blanchard.
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1828 Apr. 10
Odin, C.M., Father (John)
Ste. Genevieve, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon (C.M.)
Kaskaskias, Illinois
Odin is here to say goodbye to Father (Peter) Vergani, (C.M.). Bishop (Joseph Rosati, (C.M.) wrote to have him come down. The bishop's letter tells the good news that Father (Leon) De Neckere, (C.M.) has been named his coadjutor. He is called to Rome for the imposition of hands. The bishop's return will not be until around Pentecost. He urges completion of the bakery. Timon is to ask (Michael) Butcher to come as soon as he can.
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1828 Apr. 20
Leo XII, Pope
Rome, Italy
Copy of Papal Brief concerning an agreement between the Dominican Province of St. Joseph and the Diocese of Cincinnati. Cardinal Maurus Cappellari of the Propaganda and Father Josephus Maria Velzi, O.P. General, agree to the following
1. Rescinding of the division of the province of St. Joseph.
2. Making Fenwick Commissary General for life.
3. Certain money to be paid to secular bishops of Cincinnati by the Order.
4. Things given to the Dominicans as such belong to them.
5. The Cathedral property remains episcopal property.
6. Ornaments etc. not properly belonging to the Dominicans belong to the Cathedral Church.
Signed by Cardinal Cappellari, Card. Petrus Caprano, and Father Velzi, O.P.
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A note that this is a correct copy of the letter signed by the Pope and issued as a Brief to Bishop Edward Fenwick, May 15, 1828, is signed by the same three.
First copy witnessed by Father Velzi.
Father (Frederick) Reze in whose handwriting this copy was made also certifies to its correctness.
1828 Apr. 25
Bourgeade
Montbrison, (France)
to Martin Dumas
Pointe a Pitre, Guadeloupe
Bourgeade would have replied sooner if Dumas had not said in his previous letter that he would return to France by the end of last year. He has not yet found a means to send Dumas the money he asked for. If Dumas' officers wish to take the responsibility they can draw on Bourgeade for 150 or 200 francs.
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1828 Apr. 28
Maguire, Father C(harles) B.
Pittsburgh, (Pennsylvania)
to (Bishop Edward Fenwick)
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Maguire informs Fenwick of the arrival of the (Colletine Poor Clares) nuns in Pittsburgh and the motives, which induced them to change their determination; they lived in Cincinnati fourteen months at their own expense; here they lived gratis, until they took a house for themselves a couple of weeks ago; there they had neither candidates nor scholar; here they have three candidates and the prospect of a large school; the great object they had in view on quitting Europe was to establish their order in this country; if this could not be effected in the City of Cincinnati, how much less in the obscure village of Canton. Maguire informs Fenwick that he received a Patent before leaving Europe, from Pater Gaudentius a Coriano, General of his order, dated at Aracoeli in Rome, January 25, 1817, which he showed to Father Munos, and which contains the following literal extract "Insuper tibi nostram authoritatem delegamus, qua valeas in profatis regionibus Conventus fundare," etc. It was at the repeated solicitations of many of the most respectable citizens of Pittsburgh, the discouraging account they heard of Canton, and the fear of being deprived of a priest a considerable part of the year, united to an expression of (Fenwick) to a certain gentleman in Cincinnati, which has been hawked about Pittsburgh "that you would request me to take them off your hands" that determined them to remain here. They open school next Thursday in an elegant house, for which they pay $200
yearly, and which they have provided with every thing necessary for the reception of 20 boarders, all on trust that they might be able to pay their debts; they were overjoyed at the idea, that Fenwick has received the money specified in the Mother Abbess' letter; if so, he begs Fenwick to send it to them as soon as possible.
A.L.S. 2pp. 4to
(Photostatic copy from the Archives of the Sisters of Charity; Mt. St. Joseph, Ohio).
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Vindevoghel, Sister M. Francoise, Colletine
(Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
to Bishop (Edward Dominic Fenwick)
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Since Providence has provided them a better house at Pittsburgh than at Canton (Ohio) for establishing a house of their order they feel that they must prefer the former. They have decided because of the solicitude of the inhabitants of Pittsburgh who have sought them and promised them means to establish a school. Nevertheless they ask his advice. (letter here torn). They feel that they should not let the opportunity escape to found a suitable house. Their decision has been praise by Father B(ernard) Maguire. Now that they are very well established they hope that they will have a share in the prayers of the Bishop for the success of their house and their own salvation.
P.S. They ask the Bishop to have the goodness to send their money and their effects. (On the back of this in a note giving the date and the name of Father B. Maguire. Other notes in Fenwick's handwriting refer to the following matters: to write to B.M. Martin Altzeno; to his Eminence the Cardinal Grand Almoner of France at Paris. "Balt. June 1826 Mr. Jones paid or settled with Mr. Hatch on my acct. $51. His subscription and pew rent - query if Mr. Cassily owes me that sum as he then occupied the house on the hill").
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Mt. St. Joseph's Archives
1828 May 4
Potini, C.M., Father Ant(hony), St. Michael
(Fredericktown, Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Barrens, (Missouri)
Timon has fulfilled all his commissions except the one involving many piastres which should have been accomplished first. This cannot be called secular business; it is only a service rendered to those to whom they owe not only respect but also a certain attention for the well-being of their family. If Timon really does not wish to send his father (James Timon) a letter relative to affairs which concern him, he has only to say so. Timon's father wrote that he had still not received a line from Mr. Smith. Potini does not recall any letter or paper sent by Timon's father without Smith's signature, except the first little list for provisions and that was before witnesses.
P.S. Timon is not to bother to ask for a brickmaker because Smith will pay for the chimneys directly. Timon is to have a little distrust for a certain Mr. Rhetick who wishes to become a Catholic; he is to examine his motives well. (On the address side of the letter): Politeness Mr. Hayden (George W. Haydon?.
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1828 May 6
Butcher, Michael
Kaskaskia, (Illinois)
to Father J(ohn) Timon, (C.M.)
(Perryville, Missouri)
Butcher received Timon's letter of April 20. He showed Mr. Novall Timon's letter of April 20. He showed Mr. Novall Timon's proposal in G. Cavanaugh's letter. Novall objects; one dollar per day for his work at the chapel and sixty-two and a half cents per perch at the Seminary is the lowest Novall will take. Both Novall and Butcher have been offered two dollars a day at St. Louis.
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1828 May 11
Caprano, Pietro, Archbishop of Iconium, secretary
Rome, (Italy)
to Bishop Edward (Dominic) Fenwick, O.P.
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Bishop Fenwick at the throne of His Holiness, tells him that infidel savages in his diocese came to him asking that their infant children be baptized and he asks His Holiness for permission to give them the sacrament. The reason for this action at the time is that these children might die before they reach the age of reason and be lost if not baptized. A second reason is that the adult Indians by this action show that they are well disposed and that they themselves will probably be baptized if their language were spoken by the missionary. Fenwick asked instruction on this matter. The Holy Father in the Audience of May 11, 1828 referred this letter of Fenwick to Capranus and asked that he send to Fenwick the decree of the Sacred Congregation of the Inquisition of Nov. 29, 1764 and that of Jan. 21, 1767, as well as the decree of the Sacred Congregation of Wednesday, Sept. 12, 1827 in which the decrees of the Synod of Bardstown in 1823 were corrected. In this decree it was stated generally that children of heretics offered by the parents for baptism should be baptized without difficulty. The decree was granted without any charge.
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1828 May 15
Caprano, Pietro, Archbishop of Iconium
Rome, (Papal States)
to Bishop Edward (Dominic) Fenwick, (O.P.)
Cincinnati, Ohio
Fenwick asked if Catholics who, in order to escape the publications of the banns, attempt marriage before a magistrate or Protestant minister must contract marriage before a Catholic pastor and renew their consent. This question was laid before Pope Leo XII by Caprano in an audience of May 4, 1828. The pope ordered the following instruction to be sent to Fenwick. If it is evident that the decree of the Council of Trent, 24 Session, Chapter 1 de Ref. Matrimonii, has been published or observed as such in the diocese there is no doubt about the nullity of such marriages because of the diriment impediment of clandestinity. If it is not evident that the decree was published or observed in the diocese, the Bishop must make an investigation. If he finds that the decree was promulgated or observed in the diocese he must try to bring the parties concerned to renew their consent. He should do this also if a prudent doubt remains about the matter, but in this case he should also refer the matter to the Holy See to find out if the decree should be published. But if he finds that the decree was not published nor observed as such, according to the Decree of Sept. 26, 1690 which publication where it is observed, then the instruction of the Sacred Congregation of the Inquisition of 1780 must be observed, that in regions where the decree has not been promulgated or observed such clandestine marriages are to be regarded as valid. This rule says that to avoid the lowering of marriage the couples, so married, are to be urged to receive the priestly blessing on their marriage, but with the understanding that the marriage is valid and that the consent need not be renewed. The decree is given without charge. (In the Detroit Papers).
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1828 May 22
Rese, Father Frederick
Rome, Italy
Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Letter of Father Vezli, General of the Dominicans will announce Fenwick's appointment as Vicar of the Dominicans in the United States - He can now accept Father McGrady. Six persons starting for the diocese including Mr. Kundig, Mr. Henni, Mr. Raymaker, two sisters and a young Swiss. Sends copy of agreement with Propaganda and the Order. May have two companions on his return - one for Michigan - Badin may also return. Case of Mr. Cassilly decided - Faculties - Bishop Flaget may interfere with Brief about St. Rose. Discusses plans for St. Rose, Kentucky, and for the Dominicans in Cincinnati. He enters the third order.
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1828 May 29
Cappellari, Maurus Cardinal Prefect
Rome, (Papal States)
to Father Frederick Rese V.G. of Cincinnati
(Lyons, France)
Cappellari has written to Msgr. (Luigi) Lambruschini, the Papal Nuncio at Paris to pay to Rese 50 scudi for his expenses on the trip according to their agreement in Rome. If Rese will call on the Nuncio he will receive the money. Signed by Archbishop Pietro Caprano as secretary, no. 2.
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1828 Jun. 13
Borgna, C.M., Father Ph(ilip)
Ste. Genevieve, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), Missouri
He regretfully left the Seminary without bidding Timon goodbye. He begs Timon to come down for next January 8. Timon can give the sermon in the cathedral that day before all the authorities on the occasion of the Te Deum chanted for the victory of General (Andrew) Jackson over the English. Borgna begs Timon not to set any obstacle should the Bishop (Joseph Rosati, C.M.) approve and he promises in recompense to fill Timon's mouth with new teeth. He will send the tea at the first opportunity. Borgna will undertake to buy everything necessary for the Sisters. Father Labadie has given him a little note which Borgna will fulfill at the first occasion. (Rosati) begs Timon to try to withdraw the amount himself for if the money comes into the Bishop's hands, Borgna will not receive a cent of it. Borgna must have left behind 2 or 3 volumes of Italian comedies and wishes them forwarded. (Rosati) left this morning for Mine (à Breton) with Father (Francis Xavier) Dahmen, (C.M.) and will return Monday morning.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1828 Jun. 20
Badin, Father Steph(en) Theod(ore)
On Board the ship Bonnafe from Havre
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Will visit Detroit and Cincinnati before going to Kentucky - Has heard that the Cure of Detroit (Richard, Gabriel) is appointed Bishop. Wants letter of public praise - Speaks of difficulty of obtaining help for Indian missions. Reze and Mazzuchelli (Samuel) expected to cross with them. Speaks of Rigagnon and Didier Petit as special friends. Speaks of the death of Sister Paul and the departure of the other sisters. Added note says he arrived at New York July 23.
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1828 Jul. 8
McGinniss, John P.
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
Barrens, (Missouri)
He received Timon's edifying letter. Elizabeth is in good health. They had a letter from Father saying that he arrived safe at St. Louis and found the relatives in good health. The Rev. Mr. Manout, Father (Constantine Maenhaut) is in good health. Mr. Linn is in good health. They are repairing the church. Manout gives a fine sermon every Sunday. Lauran Dow is in this place; he made a speech last night but McGinniss did not attend. Dow says he is going to St. Louis to convert the people to the right way. If Timon sees an old man, under ordinary size, with a long beard and Methodist looking face, he may be sure that this is another Wolfe (sic) in sheep's clothing. Elizabeth has something to say on the other side.
A.L.S.
Written on the same paper:
(1828 Jul. 8)
McGinniss, Elizabeth
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to (Father John Timon, C.M.
Barrens, Missouri)
She snatches the pen from her John to inform her dearest brother of his affectionate letter. They would be made so happy if it were possible to see Timon here. She sends love to brother Owen and also to Sister Agatha; they must write to her. A.L.S.
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1828 Jul. 26
Rese, Father Frederick
Lyons, France
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Letter of May 6th received, announcing arrival of Mr. Raymaker - Answers Fenwick's complaint about his work - Had promised to stay in Rome until all was accomplished - Speaks of the agreement made between the Dominicans and the Propaganda - Mentions the five articles naming Fenwick superior, and settling the division of property - especially that of St. Rose, Kentucky and the choice of bishop (Documents given Father Mazzuchelli) - Speaks of money collected - Europeans friends - Of sending of a German priest for the Michigan missions and the question of taking care of the Germans in the diocese - Mentions Fathers William Vincent Harold and John Ryan as Fenwick's coadjutors. withdrawing his own name. Repeats his former plan for St. Rose, Kentucky and Cincinnati colleges. Expects Father Badin to visit Fenwick on his way to see his brother.
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1828 Jul. 28
(Flaget, Benedict Joseph), Bishop of Bardstown
Bardstown, Kentucky
to Bishop Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Discusses the two sisters - Benedicts and Bernardina whom Fenwick has turned over to him at Cincinnati. They are causing him much embarrassment - Father McMahon going to relieve Molen. Mr. Spaulding likewise goes to Cincinnati for medical care. Discusses the Cincinnati pupils in the Kentucky schools including that at Nazareth.
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1828 Aug. 1
Hamon, Father
Mayenne, (France)
to (Father John Baptist Purcell) (Mt. St. Mary's College
Emmitsburg, Maryland)
He writes from Mayenne where he is on vacation. He returns shortly to his post at Bordeaux. (Purcell's) letter has given him great pleasure because of the remembrance. He exhorts (Purcell) to increased confidence that God will do great things for him and the Mountain. He urges him to humility, to prayer, even in preaching, and to charity. He sends his regards to Father Michael Wheeler, and Father Samuel Eccleston, to Fathers (Honoratus) Xaupi and (Simon) Bruté. Bishop Jean De Cheverus wishes he were back in America now that he finds himself amidst all the troubles of the French Bishops. Mr. Conlon will take care of the various requests of Purcell. Father William Taylor who came from Boston to Bordeaux by his attachment to Cheverus is dying of tuberculosis if he is not already dead.
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(Photostatic copy from the Archives of the College of Mt. St. Joseph, Delhi, Ohio).
1828 Aug. 26
Loisel, Father R(egis)
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father J(ohn) Timon, (C.M.)
Barrens, (Missouri)
Loisel is lately returned from his little mission to Edward's Ville. The Catholics were extremely pleased to see a priest; the Protestants showed much kindness to him. He visited Mrs. and Miss Vign(e)s(?); the latter continues a Catholic, but is in danger of losing her faith through the endeavors of Protestant ministers. The great desire of the Catholics of that place to have a priest, and the good disposition of most Protestants, make him feel the necessity of going there more frequently. He will visit them once in two months. Timon will receive of the bearer, Mr. Martin, Sr. the two dollars Mr Hambaugh got for the two books. He could sell many more if the price were lower, 75 cents, for instance. If Father (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.) could make them available at that rate it would be a means of doing much good among those people.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.
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1828 Sep. 3
Rese, Father Frederick
Munich, Bavaria
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Canon De La Barth of Munich has given to the missions of Kentucky and Ohio. Other contributions - Future plans - Sent copy of agreement between the Dominicans and the Propaganda. A Swiss for the Michigan missions. Father Badin - of special faculties - Mr. Petit and the Association. Mr. J. H. McGrady and Mr. O'Leary. Of the need of men for the diocese.
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1828 Sep. 25
Shulz(?), John G.
New York, (New York)
John Doyle, late of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Ireland appeared in the Marine Court of the City of New York on May 13, 1828 and declared his intention to become a citizen of the United States.
D.S.
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1829 Sep. 25
Shulz, John G.
New York, (New York)
Duplicate report by John Doyle made to the Marine Court on May 13, 1828 stating his birthplace, age 25 years, place whence emigrated and occupation as laborer. A true abstract from the record.
D.S.
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1828 Oct. 30
Petit, Didier
Lyons, (France)
to Father Frederick Rese
Vienna, Austria
Petit has not heard from Rese for a long time. He wrote him through Mr. Samuel Mazzuchelli at Paris but that man went on to Havre and sailed Oct. 1, after writing that he had sent the letter to Rese. Petit sent another letter which was returned. He has had no news from Bishop (Edward Dominic Fenwick) since July 12, although he has written him several times. Petit has received from Paris a special gift of 1500 (francs) destined for (Fenwick's) mission. This gift was sent through the Archbishop of Parish and Abbe Peraut. Rese should see Peraut whose interest he needs when he is at Paris. If he misses him, he should write for an audience because Peraut has been astonished that he has not seen Rese. Petit has spoken to the counseil du nord of the request of Rese that his expenses be refunded in so far as they concern the Association. When he returns, Rese should state the amount and Petit thinks it will be paid. (Detroit papers)
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1828 Nov. 21
Cadescaki, C., Cardinal
Rome, Italy
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Since the beatification of St. Alphonsus 15 September 1816 the necessary work for canonization has been carried out and all things are now ready for the canonization. However financial help is required to bear the expenses of canonization and Fenwick is asked in this circular to help.
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1828 Nov. 25
Lemaire, F(erdinand)
Gand, France
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Rese has not returned since leaving Lyons July 15th. Account of moneys handled for Fenwick - Encloses copies of the bank drafts handled. Some misunderstanding with Wright & Co. of London. Concordat not yet executed - Asks prayers for France - Are erecting at Gand an Association for the missions - Hears Mr. J.B. Clicteur is at Bishop Flaget's seminary - Has sent other things care of Father Borgna of New Orleans - Mentions Seille and the death of Father (Austin) Hill (O.P.) - Other money matters.
II-4-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 8vo.
1828 Dec. 2
Blanc, Father J(ean) B(aptis)te
Natchitoches, Louisiana
Extract from the register of the church of St. Francis: On May 19, 1802, Father Pierre Pavie, pastor, baptized a child born April 10, daughter of Dominique Sorel and Marie Marthe Fort, giving her the name of Stephanie (Sorel). The grandparents: Pierre Sorel;, Marie Eve(?) Bonelie(?), Jacque Fort, Marie Francoise Malbert. The godparents were Luc Sorel and Marie Francoise Malbert. Blanc, acting pastor, certifies that the above is a true copy.
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1828 Dec. 10
Rese, Father Frederick
Vienna, (Austria)
to Bishop (Edward Dominic) Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Fenwick will be surprised that he is still in Vienna. He told him to go to Germany and stay as long as he could do some good. He is pleased to tell Fenwick that the Association of the Propagation of the Faith has been established in Vienna by the Emperor and in Bavaria by the King, (Leopoldine Association and Ludwigmissionsverein). After three months' labors he received the good news only yesterday. He will now set out through Bavaria and the Low Countries and will return in March or April. He apologizes for his three months' silence but he was embarrassed by the uncertainty of his accomplishments. He sent his previous letter by Mr. Samuel Mazzucheli, a young Dominican sent by the Superior General who was also given various bulls and decrees from the Holy See. He left Havre Oct. 1. He expresses regret at the news of the death of Sister Paul, following that of Father (Augustine) Hill. He has heard nothing of Bishop (Henry) Conwell and Fathers Harold and Ryan, and asks if they are with Fenwick. Caprano will be a Cardinal next Monday and suggested that Fenwick write a letter of felicitation. He asks that Fenwick write to him at Paris with the news of the missions, particularly of those missionaries he has sent. He sends some prescriptions of the physician of the King of Bavaria for Fenwick. He has shown Fenwick's letters to the Duke of Lucca, his spouse, and Father O'Finan. The letters have been very useful because so well written. Father O'Finan has sent some fine shirts to Fenwick. The first German translation of the French letters about the mission will appear tomorrow. The Viceroy of Italy has promised a similar publication for Italy. The Dukes of Modena and Lucca have promised as much for their duchies. The work of the protestants of Germany and England.
II-4-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 8vo.
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1828 Dec. 18
Dammers, Bishop Richard
Paderborn, (Germany)
On this date Francis Bartels received the subdiaconate in the Cathedral.
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1828 Dec. 20
Dammers, Bishop Richard
Paderborn, (Germany)
On this date Francis Bartels received the diaconate.
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1828 Dec. 22
Dammers, Bishop Richard
Paderborn, (Germany)
On this day Father Francis Bartels was ordained a priest.
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