(1832)
Badin, Father S(tephen) T(heodore)
Niles, Berrien County, Michigan
to Bishop Edward Fenwick of Cincinnati
Detroit, Michigan
Fenwick's letter arrived by Mr. Bertrand - His own letter contained notice of a successful petition for 2560 acres of land near Chicago made to the President of the U.S. - All the chiefs, 360 Indians, 100 children receive religion - Good crops have aided work - Has spent much money, some for 300 acres of land - Hunting has interfered with school work - Mentions work of Nicholas and Miss Liquette (Campeaus?) - Pokagon a Christian orator - Hopes to establish himself and perhaps get possession of the abandoned Carey Mission - Common sense kept him from using mission funds for his own property, but charity forced him to aid those South of him as well as north - Further, Bp. Flaget has made him a vicar of Bardstown. Quotes letter of Mr. Boutrais to show certain gifts were personal to him - Wants certain ornaments for edifying the Indians. Mentions also Father (Ghislmus) Boheme.
P.S. Congratulates him on efforts to get a bishop for Detroit and a coadjutor.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
(1832)
(Flaget), Benedict Joseph, Bishop of Bardstown
Bardstown, Kentucky
to Father frederick Rese
Cincinnati, Ohio
Apologies for his importunities - Rese has told him to send his letters to the Leopoldine Association by the Austrian Consul in New York, but he does not know the name of that consul - Asks Rese to send the letter which he encloses. Asks Rese to continue to beg his friends in vienna to help pay his debts. His fears are diminishing.
II-4-e A.L.S. 1p. 8vo. (French)
(1832) ( )
Passerat, C.SS.R. Father Jos(eph)
Vienna, (Austria)
to Father (Frederick Rese)
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Passerat offers condolences on the death of (Bishop Edward Dominic Fenwick) and promises prayers for the repose of his soul. The letters they have received from the Redemptorists in America are very pleasing to them and increased the desire on the part of the younger members of the community to come to America. The plan of establishing a house for missionaries pleases especially the Leopoldine Association officers, and they allotted 5,000 florins c.m. for that project. Passerat begs Rese not to let them establish the house at Green Bay , which is too far from civilization. It might be permitted that they establish a few priests there but it would be imprudent to establish there the mother mission. He begs Rese to see that they establish the house at Detroit. He recommends his confreres to Rese's protection assuring him that their only object is the salvation of souls.
III-2-g A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 8vo.
4
(1832)
G(abriel) Richard:
(Detroit, Michigan)
Rev. (Simon Gabriel) Brute:
Mount St. Mary's Emmitsburg, Maryland
Richard thought of sending Brute's Relation des Missions by Father Rese but forgot. However there will be a better occasion. It is the delegate from Detroit who will place it in the hands of Father Deluol from whom you will receive it sooner. Richard thanks Brute for his lasting patience. The steamboat is leaving in a few minutes at 2 o'clock Sunday Nov. 7. He asks Brute to pray for him. Richard extends his compliments to all his cooperators and also to the good sisters.
II-3-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p8vo
1832 Jan. 9
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Perryville), M(iss)o(uri)
If Timon has not sent the account of the ordination to the editor of the Telegraph, he is to send it as soon as possible. Timon is also to send an account of his establishment to the editor of the Catholic Repository, Boston, with a draft of the new church. He is afraid nothing has yet been done about this just as about the commission he gave Father (Joseph) Paquin to send Andrew to St. Mary's landing. Timon is to send (Rosati) the Directorium Chori to copy the different tunes in which several parts of the Mass and Office ought to be sung. He will add this to the book of ceremonies, which will be published in English. (Rosati) had lately the mortification of reading the complaints contained in the enclosed (no enclosure), also a consequence of the exactitude with which his recommendations are executed. he has requested Col(onel) R. Paul to have it paid at Baltimore by his correspondent and Timon is to write to the editor not to continue, or, if Timon wants it, to direct the paper to St. Mary's Seminary. Nothing new here. The severity of the weather has checked everything. Timon is to tell Mr. Hase that if he would act as agent for the Telegraph, he might write to the editors. Mr. Houghan has written for a great number of Catholic books to F(ielding) Lucas, Jr. of Baltimore; he will sell them at the Baltimore retail price. (Rosati) sends regards to Fathers Olivier, Odin, Paquin, Brands, Loisel, Bonniot, Dupuy, Lefevere, and Van Cloostere, and all the seminarians, Brothers and Sisters.
Although (Rosati) scolds him a little, Timon is not less dear to him.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Jan. 12
Cellini, (C.M.), Father Francis
Fredericktown, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Perryville, (Missouri)
He sent Timon a bottle of his elixir for the use of the sick nuns and gives directions for use. Mr. Guignon assured him for the pork at three dollars, rendered at the Seminary. Cellini has no time to answer Father (John Baptist) Tornatore, (C.M.). He sends his compliments to Tornatore and to all, as well as those of Fathers Smith and Mascaroni.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Jan. 23
Richard, Father
Champrepur, (France)
Extract from the baptismal register of the parish church of Champrepur, diocese of Coutances. "On December 26, 1804 was baptized John Stephen Blin born that day, son of Jean Francois Blin and Jeanne Perrine Blin. The godparents were Louis Blin, grandfather of the child and Jeanne Duval, his grandmother. Baptized by the undersigned, Father Lemonnier." Richard as pastor of Champrepur certifies that the above is a true copy of the item in the register.
V-4-d A.D.S. (French) 1p. 12mo.
6
(1832) (Feb.)
(Baraga), Father Frederick
(L'Arbre Croche, Michigan)
to (Father Frederick) Rese (Vicar-General)
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
(Father Baraga) received Father Rese's letter of December 2 of the previous year only on January 29. Rese in his letter had complained that (Baraga) writes so seldom and so little. (Baraga) justifies himself by saying that though he wrote little to Cincinnati, however he had been writing more to Vienna, to the Leopoldine Association, which letters are quite detailed. These letters to Vienna he considers of greater importance than those to Cincinnati. (Baraga) is glad to hear that the sum of money which Rese was to receive, is soon to arrive. Fr. Rese complained in his last letter that: Rese had received a printed letter from Vienna, in which (Baraga) had not specially recommended the Diocese of Cincinnati. But (Baraga) is sure he has done so in one of his letters. It may be that letter has not yet been printed. Baraga refers to the happy news of the arrival of six Redemptorists, among whom are three priests. If they intend to work only for the greater glory of God they will find plenty of opportunity to save souls. (Baraga) would know the right places for the three priests. One could go to L'Arbre Croche where (Baraga) works, as two priests could be fully occupied there--one to be constantly out on the missions, the other one to stay at home. The second priest would be needed in Green Bay even if he knows only French, as he could learn English in less than a year. For the third priest he had in mind the Northwest territory on Lake Superior where there are many Canadians and Indians. They had declared to Madame (Marianne Lasaliere) Fisher in Mackinaw that they greatly desire a priest. Also (Baraga) expects a box from the Leopoldine Association, who is sending him rosaries, crucifixes, mass requisites, church waxes, priestly vestments, pictures, engravings etc. according to the information of Mr. Lichtenberg. He asks Fr. Rese to send this box immediately to him when it arrives in Cincinnati as he has not even a rosary left. Moreover, he asks him to send him everything that is in the box, because he needs everything. (Fr. Baraga) had received only one letter from the Leopoldine Association, while they mention two. The other one was sent in May of last year. He asks Fr. Rese if he had received any letters from the Leopoldine Association last May. Mr. Lichtenberg had written to him requesting a good general map of North America and a specified one of the Diocese of Cincinnati and the land around it. (Baraga) asks Rese to obtain these maps for him. (rest of letter missing). (incomplete)
III-2-g A.L. (German) 2pp. 4to.
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(1832?) Feb. 1
Peirce, Isaac B.
Trenton, N(ew) J(ersey)
to Orestes A. Brownson
Ithaca, New York
Peirce received Brownson's letter of last week. He rejoices to hear of Brownson's good health. Peirce regrets not being with Brownson. Five dollars is enclosed for three subscriptions. Fifty cents extra is sent also. Peirce would like to have an obituary notice placed in the paper. If the piece signed Alpha is too severe on an Episcopal pride he leaves it to Brownson's judgment whether to print it or not. Instructions are given to Brownson concerning the insertion of an epigram. Peirce has not looked over his notes and references for an array on miracles. He had thought of sending Brownson a short sermon. Peirce has been procuring a file on Doctor Budd's Gospel Messenger. None of the contents of the Gospel Messenger can be called elegant fiction. Peirce would like Brownson to comment on Armicus' explanation of the miracles in the Scriptures. He does not want any speculation to injure the Philanthropist. If Brownson prints them, he wants 25 or 30 copies sent by McElroy. Toward the paper, Peirce will contribute 2 or 3 dollars. The first chapter is herein given and if Brownson approves of it, the article is ready for press. Following the article, Peirce transcribes a hymn. Best wishes are extended to Brownson and his wife.
I-3-e A.L.S. 4pp. 4to.
1
1832 Feb. 4
Power, Father John
New York, New York
Note to certify that John Doyle and Catherine Markey were married in the Roman Catholic Church on the 4th of December, 1829, by Father Luke Berry, late pastor of St. Mary's Church in the city of New York.
I-1-d A.D.S. 1p. 8vo.
3
1832 Feb. 11
(Rosati), Joseph, Bp. of St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
to Father Frederick Rese,
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Thanks Rese for 25,000 francs received from him - Instructs him how much to retain and how to send on the rest - Mentions gift from the Pope for Cathedral of 3,000 scudi. Will send two seminarians next year to Rome and the Propaganda College. These have been delayed by the Italian revolution. Hopes for money from Germany for Cathedral. Mentions King Ferdinand of Naples and his benefactions. Asks how to thank the Leopoldine Association for help received.
II-4-e A.L.S. (Italian) 2pp. 8vo.
1832 Feb. 18
Kenney, (S.J.), Father Peter
( )
to Bishop Leo (Raymond de Neckere)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
On January 7, Kenney wrote a letter in answer to the one de Neckere wrote to Father Dzierozinski. On the 31st he received de Neckere's invitation dated the 3rd. He embraces the opportunity of Father (James Oliver) Vandevelde, (S.J.)'s visit to New Orleans to return his thanks. Kenney cannot return to Georgetown until after Easter. Whenever he may hear of anything that may tend to realize de Neckere's desires he will not delay to communicate it. He presents to his kind attention Vandevelde who goes to Louisiana on the affairs of St. Louis College. A native of Belgium, Vandevelde has been 15 years in this country to which he came in order to join the Society. He is very talented. The Society will have good reason to rejoice in the present prospects of the Belgian people. News which Kenney received from Rome informs him that already their friends there are preparing the way for new colleges.
V-4-d A.L.S. 4pp. 4to.
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1832 Feb. 26
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), Miss)o(uri)
He is sorry to have pained Timon by his last letter. Sometimes Timon and his confreres forget little commissions and neglect to answer. There were two occasions to send the Directorium Chori by Dr. Poillet and Rosemond Pratte but Timon did not use them. In a few weeks (Rosati) will send Timon $50 to give to whichever of the two establishments of the Sisters of Loretto that he wishes. This evening they will begin their retreat. The Presbyterians had an ordination today. A printer, Mr. Lovejoy and a lawyer Mr. Allen suddenly became priests. After Calvin calumniated religious poverty. Mr. Potts, his disciple, urged the most devoted members of his congregation to give up their goods and hold them in common to advance the work of the Gospel. He obtained ready compliance from those who had gone bankrupt. In two weeks there will be a second church, St. Mary's Church. (Rosati) has had the old college converted into a church by removing all the partitions and the floor above where Father (Edmond) Saulnier lived. It will hold 5 to 600 persons. It is for the colored people (Negroes). On the first and third Sunday of each month there will be an English sermon at the High Mass. The Jesuits are in charge. (Rosati) has just received a letter from Father (Victor) Paillasson who has many troubles but much courage. Paillasson is trying to build a church. (Rosati) will buy the land, a square containing four arpents.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
11
1832 Mar. 4
James, James A.
Harrisonville, (Missouri)
to Father J(ohn) Timon, (C.M.)
(Perryville), M(iss)o(uri)
His brother, Joseph (James), removed their mother from the nunnery on January 16. He sends by Brother Joseph twenty dollars which, added to the ten brother Thomas(James) paid when they were at the Barrens, makes $30 which he supposes will be the amount charged by the Sisters. Timon is to tell those Ladies of charity that James will ever feel grateful for their kindness to his mother.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
3
1832 Mar. 4
Richard, Father
Champrepur, Coutances, (France)
An extract from the marriage register of the parish church of Champrepur: "On August 18, 1803 the nuptial blessing was given to Jean Francois Blin and jeanne Perrine Blin in the parish of St. John Baptist.
(Signed) Lemonnier, pastor; witness: Louis Blin, Julien Blin, Leprodhomme." Richard as pastor certifies that the above is taken word for word from the register.
V-4-d A.D.S. (French) 1p. 8vo.
6
1832 Mar. 6
Smith, Joannah
Solitary Hall ( )
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Barrens, M(iss)o(uri)
She is anxious to return to the fostering care and guidance of the Sisters of (Loretto) at Bethlehem, provided Timon would receive, as an equivalent to the care of her tuition during her stay at the monastery, a fine, industrious negro woman who has a child nearly 12 months old. Her name is Caroline. Mah's health is very delicate; Joanna fears her end is nearing. Mah is grieved at Timon's and Father Odin's seeming neglect of her and her family. They were much pleased with the short stay of Father (Victor) Paillasson, (S.J.) who is yet in N(ew) M(adrid).
IV-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
3
1832 Mar. 13, 14
Lichtenberg, Karl Anton
Vienna, Austria
to Father Frederick Rese
Cincinnati, Ohio
Lichtenberg apologizes for letting the Redemptorists depart without sending with them a letter to Rese. He is sending this letter 12 days after their departure to Triest hoping it will reach them on time. Enclosed are several copies of the 3rd official report compiled from the material which Rese had sent Aug. 3, 1831. Any changes which Lichtenberg had made in the report should be approved by Rese. Lichtenberg has had already much to suffer from the critics and the unsatisfied desire of the Europeans to hear from the American missions and therefore wants to be treated leniently by the Americans. In May and Aug. 1831 the office wrote to Cincinnati in detail about the business of the office and also about the 3 quotas of relief money of 50000 florins C.M. each (about $22936.-each) also about a box with more than 3000 rosaries etc. In October other letters were sent to Cincinnati, St. Louis, Pennsylvania, Carolina and Kentucky with the 4th quota of 47000 florins C.M. (About 21513.-) in January 1832 the 5th quota of 15000 florins C.M. (about $6881.-) was sent to Cincinnati. News has reached the office that the 2nd and 3rd quota was delayed through the bank Rothschild therefore the 4th and 5th quota was sent through Arnstein and Eskeles. But if Cincinnati continues to write so seldom, it will be very difficult to collect donations. What is needed are exact descriptions, drawings of churches, schools, etc., sketches of the Indian villages and meeting places - all that would gain new members and keep the old ones. A very high church official wrote to Lichtenberg that those reports from America are pleasant to read once but they do not satisfy a real Catholic, they lack the proper Catholic information. If this continues to be the case (he wrote) then the association will suffer considerably. Three years ago the association was founded and for three years donations have been collected but no satisfactory report has been given to the public. He told Lichtenberg to remind the gentlemen in America more strongly to think of their own good and the good of the church and not to frustrate it. Merchants receive news from all over the world, why can the association not have better news. Lichtenberg cannot name this high official but Rese respects him as he is one of the most renowned bishops. Father (Frederick) Baraga enjoys great popularity and Lichtenberg has published his descriptions and accounts in the 3rd official report intentionally so that Rese would try to give more of such reports. Lichtenberg;s former remark about having several priests from different parts of the Monarchy should be taken seriously. That the office would select only the best man is guaranteed by the vanity of its business manager (Lichtenberg himself). Lichtenberg has already collected several church vestments and altar linens, several silver altar articles, may hundreds of rosaries, etc. He expects to receive much more. Rese should inform Lichtenberg in what condition the box arrived, also to what address such shipments should be sent in New York, in short any information that might be useful. A quick decision was necessary in the case of the two priests who enclosed their applications in letter 11. 3 ladies, teachers and acquainted with the French language, their reputation immaculate would like to offer their services to Bishop (Edward) Fenwick. If their offer is accepted, the Leopoldine Association would gladly pay their traveling expenses. Two of them are recommended by Canon Stelzhammer and the other by Father Wohlmann C.SS.R. The Redemptorists who will bring this letter to Rese, will become members of your diocese and Lichtenberg hopes to hear soon a great deal about them which can be conveyed to the public. He is very anxious to receive general and specific maps of the United States and especially one of the diocese of Cincinnati, also the promised Indian curiosities. Lichtenberg is sending Rese 12 pictures of St. Leopold now, many others will be in the next shipment. Mr. von Penklov, Cardinal Rudolph and the Archbishop of Vienna died. Bishop Edward Milde of Leitmeritz will be his successor. He has already done a great deal of good for the association. On the 2nd Sunday after Easter he will enter Vienna. Lichtenberg is writing this letter at 3 o'clock in the morning in a great hurry. (No. 112)
III-2-g A.L.S. (German) 3pp.
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1832 Mar. 14
(Rosati), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
(Rosati) received Timon's letter of the 4th, and the Directorium Chori. He sees nothing to urge the taking in of Miss Aubuchon as a novice at Bethlehem immediately; a delay will show whether her health will permit her to join the (Sisters) of Loretto. (Rosati) is glad to hear the new increase of the Snowbush Settlement; the Germans are very industrious and useful citizens, and excellent Catholics. (Rosati) sends his compliments to (Joseph Schnurbusch) Snorbush and all the new comers. A good number of them come to St. Louis; (Rosati) directed some to Mr. Roussin to Rich-wood where there is public land vacant. Others have been to look at the country towards St. Charles; others toward Belleville. A larger number are to come. (Rosati) expects a priest from Lorrain(e) who speaks French and German, and who is now parish priest in the diocese of Nancy. St. Mary's will soon be finished, a fine church. Last week (Rosati) conferred with a "Heavenly Messenger commissioned to disseminate the Book of divine scripture found through divine revelation by one Joe Smith." The man applied for his consent to preach the new book. (Rosati) proposed that they go together to the graveyard where the man, to prove his commission was to restore a dead man to life. The "Messenger" went away promising to sell the book to (Rosati) for $1.25, in a few days. (Rosati) has not yet seen him.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 4pp. 4to.
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1832 Mar. 15
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
(Rosati) forgot to reply about Mr. Reilly's money. Mr. Leduc says there must be a guardian appointed by the County Court who would have the money paid either from Reilly's estate or from the purchaser of the land, and who would pay it to the order of the Sup(erio)r or on his receipt. (Rosati) has asked Mr. Bouvet to take the necessary steps. (Rosati) has heard that Timon's brother (Owen Timon) has left for the seminary; (Rosati) hopes Mr. Wilkinson will come by again as he promised. Long ago (Rosati) sent the circular for Lent by post but Father (John Baptist) Tornatore, (C.M.) writes that he has not yet received it. Timon is to talk to Mr. Hase about it.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Mar. 21
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
(Rosati) has good news for Father (Francis Xavier) Dahmen, (C.M.). The editor and proprietor of the Catholic Press of Hartford has come to St. Louis with his family; he wishes to bring his printing office and continue the Catholic Press at $2.00 a year and to publish Catholic works. He is a convert, very intelligent and very zealous. Dahmen is to prepare to contribute with his pen and to try to secure a goodly number of subscribers.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to
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1832 Mar. 22
Fontiere, Marthe
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
to Bishop Leon DeNe(c)kere
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
After due consideration Fontiere contracts in the presence of DeNe(c)kere and his vicar-general, Father Ant(hony) Blanc to turn over her house and the land adjacent to the community which the bishop shall specify to perpetuate the work she has begun for the education of free persons of color. This contract is to be executed when the superior of that community arrives to take possession. It is always understood that each member of the community in becoming co-proprietor renounces any claims against the house or property should she later withdraw as well as any right to pass on her claim to her heirs. She herself intends to become a member of this community and provides that should she retire therefrom she is to receive an annual sum of (not specified) dollars until her death.
V-4-d D. First draft in handwriting of Blanc (French) 1p. 4to.
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1832 Mar. 24
Augustin, D.
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
In a meeting of the Cabilde November 6, 1795 it seems that Andres Almonaster y Roxas asked for the recording of a royal decree on the Charity Hospital and the church. This decree dated August 14, 1794 was recorded and following is a copy of the part pertaining to the church: "One of the monuments proving the zeal of Almonaster is the church of New Orleans built and furnished at his expense. As a memorial of this service the king in his decree of March 30 grants to Almonaster the use and ownership of a platform built over the main entrance. Therefore the king notifies the governor and military officials, the Intendant and judges, and asks the bishop to see that nothing prevents the use of this favor. Given at Aranjues on May 4, 1795. Antonio Ventura de Taranco, secretary."
V-4-d A.D.S. Copy (French and Spanish) 1p. folio
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1832 Mar. 30
Dahmen, C.M., Father Fr(ancis) Xav(ier)
Ste. Genevieve, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Barrens, (Missouri)
Dahmen has just received a letter from Bishop (Joseph) Rosati, (C.M.) containing the following: Mrs. Scott has talked to Rosati through her son and expressed her desire to approach the Sacraments; however, her husband is not disposed to renew his consent. Rosati recalled that Father (John) Odin, (C.M.) or Timon and they had concluded that she could receive the Sacrament without this consent, dispensing her. Dahmen could write to them and then inform Mrs. Scott; then she could be reconciled with the Church." Dahmen awaits an answer.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 8vo.
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1832 Apr. 6
(Rosati), Joseph, Bp. of St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
to Father Frederick Rese
Cincinnati, Ohio
Is still looking for information about Mr. Urban - Mentions arrival of Mr Taylor owner of the "Catholic Press" of Hartford who thinks of moving the paper to St. Louis. He would publish also a French edition if he has sufficient subscribers for it. Rosati asks Rese to publish these facts. He has begun building - Thanks Rese for money sent - Mentions that seminarians are going to rome at Easter - Many Germans have arrived in his diocese. Praised the (Catholic) Telegraph - Father Rondot has returned to France for his health.
II-4-e A.L.S. (Italian) 2pp. 8vo.
1832 Apr. 14
Gregory XVI, Pope
Rome, Italy
to Bishop Edward Fenwick, O.P.
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Pope Gregory XVI acknowledges Fenwick's letter of Dec. 15, 1831, and thanks him for the good news contained in it. Especially the Pope is pleased to know the good that Fenwick has done among both Indians and white. As to the two Indian youths whom Fenwick wishes to send to Rome, the Pope will place them in the College of the Propaganda. Should there be anything further he can do for Fenwick, Fenwick is to regard him as most willing. He gives Fenwick his apostolic blessing.
II-4-e L.S. 1p. 4to. (Latin)
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1832 Apr. 20
Badin, Father (Stephen Theodore)
( )
to (Father Gabriel Richard
Detroit, Michigan ?)
An itemized bill for books totaling $30.00. (In the handwriting of Father Richard).
III-2-g A.D. 1?p. 8vo.
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1832 Apr. 23
De Neckere, C.M., Leo (Raymond), Bishop of
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
The first draft of a letter in which De Neckere says that because the Diocese of New Orleans needs the help of the Diocese of Lyons and because the recipient of this letter has been so zealous in these things, De Neckere makes him his vicar general for the diocese of Lyons.
V-4-d A.D.S. (First draft) Latin 1p. 8vo.
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1832 Apr. 23
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Perryville), M(iss)o(uri)
(Rosati) has with great pleasure understood, by Timon's last letter, the arrival of Sisters Juliana, S.L.) and Lucretia, (S.L.) and the election of the former for Superior. He will see the Sisters (of Loretto) in a few weeks. He cannot obtain a regular correspondence with the Seminary. He sent $50 for six months' board of Baptist La Chance or Deguire. (Rosati) would have been glad to know if he arrived safe and if they received 6 copies of the Rodriguez, two for the monastery and four for the seminary. Timon's observation about Jourdain leaving ecclesiastical dress before he left the house is correct. He should not have been permitted to remain there one minute. (Rosati) heard by chance of Father (Joseph) Paquin, (C.M.) coming back; before he left the boat at St. Mary's he might have written a few lines. (Rosati) sees he is beginning to be looked on as a stranger but his heart is warm to the seminary. The French clergyman which (Rosati) had requested Bishop (Louis William) Dubourg to send for the seminary is coming. (Rosati) is sorry that the prospectus of the Catholic Press has been misunderstood. The French paper will be sent only to French subscribers but the American will receive it entirely in English. He is sending back the numbers of the Eagle(?) and the Focus; he has been pleased with them. He supposes that the editors and the contributors do not neglect their duties for the sake of their papers. (Rosati) has been writing 6 hours this morning besides giving First Communion and Confirmation at the convent. Holy Thursday they had 100 Communions, on easter 200 at the Cathedral. If he had more clergymen.
P.S. They daily expect Father (August) Jeanjeanon his way to Europe.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 4pp. 4to.
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1832 Apr. 29
Borgna, C.M., Father Ph(ilip)
Old Mines, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Perryville, Missouri
Yesterday Borgna received $10 from Mr. Perry due to the (Sisters of Loretto) Bethlehem Convent. In a few days Borgna will be at the seminary and pay them. Mr. Taylor, from what Mr. (Aubuchon) Obuchon says, is ready to pay but wishes to have his note back. Borgna will settle it before he goes to the Barrens. He regrets this place where a great deal of good can be done but he must obey. He will do his best to live in the Barrens but it seems almost impossible.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Apr. 29
Kenrick, Francis Patrick, Bp. of Arath
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Asks Fenwick to loan Father Frederick Rese to him for three months because of the illness of Father Van den Braak, a German speaking pastor - Mentions dissatisfaction of German parishioners with French and Irish substitutes - If Father Rese cannot come he asks for Father (Martin) Kundig.
II-4-e A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
1832 May 2
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Perryville), M(iss)o(uri)
Yesterday he received Timon's letter of April 26. He concurs with Timon in the notion of making an establishment for the Sisters of Loretto at Father (Francis) Cellini's place. The Sisters should keep the school in their own house; it would not do at all to sent them to town. (Rosati) does not think it proper that the priest should live at the Sister's house; a small house might be built for him near the church. Timon is to tell Louis to prepare to receive subdeaconship when (Rosati) is at the seminary in 2 or 3 weeks. If there are others to be ordained the Superior may prepare them. (Rosati) will come with Mr. O'Neil and Judge Leduc. Does Timon think they might land at Joseph Pratte's? (Rosati) recommended so much the box with six copies of Rodriguez to that boy and is astonished that he did not bring it to the Seminary. He is truly from Vide Poche. (Rosati) must send someone to Fever River who speaks English. Father (John Baptist) Tornatore, C.M. wrote that Father (Edward) McMahon wished to be sent to some mission; (Rosati) has thought of sending him to Fever River. Timon is to give McMahon the enclosed.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 May 7
Richard, Father Gabriel
Detroit, (Michigan)
Richard has received (Fenwick)'s letter from Washington before (Fenwick) started for Cincinnati. Richard wrote immediately to (Roger) Taney who has not yet sent a single line. Richard hopes the case will have been postponed until next year. Joseph Campeau is not willing to take less than $641, his share of the $1116. The other assignees are supposed to take, some one-half, some three-fourths of their shares and to give up the interest. Rafter and Rivard have by the advice of Woodbridge consented to make a deed for the farm of the Cote de Nord-est provided the whole due Campeau be paid by (Fenwick). This Richard has communicated to Father (Frederick) Rese long ago but he received no answer. It is rumored that Davis is urging the trustees to purchase a lease for 99 years. Richard has dissuaded them until (Fenwick) or Rese come this spring when if nothing is done it will be too late. Since his last illness his constitution is breaking and he wants one or two assistants. Father V(incent) Badin has too much to do and is there only in passing. (Fenwick) should bring with him a good Flemish priest who can hear confessions in French and a second assistant should be an American and as smart a preacher as Father Mullon. There is a disposition among a small part of the American population to receive instruction. Since Holy Thursday he has given a lecture by candle light every Friday to Americans who give some hope. He is preparing his accounts in his leisure hours. At the request of Father (Frederick) Baraga, Richard has caused to be printed a small alphabet for the Indians. He has sent Baraga 1000 copies by Ant. Duquindre; 200 to Father (Samuel) Mazzuchelli; and he has a few hundred more for St. Joseph. By the Ladies of Catholic Charity a school has been opened. No less than 38 poor girls will learn to read and to work under the tuition of Elizabeth Williams. Mrs. Hale and Mrs. Brooks asked that Fenwick get some nuns to take care of the infants in the free school. (Samuel) Smith left Monroe in April to see his mother. By all means (Fenwick) is to bring a Flemish priest.
P.S. Father Badin sends his regards and Richard sends his to (Fenwick's) collaborators.
II-5-h A.L.S. (Photostat copy from the Cincinnati Archives at the Seminary) 2pp. 4to.
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1832 May 10
England, John Bp. Charleston, S.C.
Charleston, South Carolina
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
As Father Rese directed he acknowledges to Fenwick that he received money from Rese and notice of the appropriation by the Leopoldine Association. Mentions necessity of a Provincial Council - Opposes the policy of Abp. (Whitefield) - fears the formation of another province in the Southwest. Money came in good time because of purchase of land near his cathedral for which he borrowed.
II-4-e A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
1832 May 11
(Flaget), Benedict Joseph bp. Bardstown
Louisville, Kentucky
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Fenwick's letters always welcome - especially when carrying news of aid from the Leopoldine Association - Desires to know how and by whom the money will come. - Needs are urgent - Wants check for the amount as soon as possible on a bank in the U.S. - (Added note) The carrier of this letter is Father Van Dromme a man of recognized virtue. Has heard that Rese is in New York or Europe. Before leaving Bardstown received a letter from Mr. J. Reid who is preparing for ordination - Asks Fenwick to convey his good wishes - He is at Louisville to get Father (Peter) Kenny to preach a retreat to his priests to commence Dec. 18. Also expects to hold a synod to consider the decrees of the Provincial Council.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo. (French)
1832 May 14
Henni, Father John Martin
Canton, Ohio
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Returned two days ago from Mission of the West, and Norwalk (Ohio) and expected to meet Father Rese - Fenwick seems worried about a dissension at Norwalk - Henni outlines the trouble reducing it to a quarrel between two persons - a Mr. Platt(?) and his son and a Mr. Truk(?) - about the construction of the church, which he settled by compromise. Miss. Plagnier from Pittsburgh has arrived and may assist at Miss. Powell's but a piano is needed. Mr. Traut married.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
1832 May 16
M(ontgomery), S(tephen) H., Father
New Orleans, Louisiana
to (Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
Received letter of the 6th - Does not know how to answer - His letter to Baltimore was to make E.B. sensible of injustice done him, but was a mistake. His fault has caused him tears - He begs the bishop's pardon - Regrets he has not heard from Rome - Hopes he will not have to write twice - Has been ill six weeks. Had partly engaged boys for Fenwick's seminary but accidents have interfered - The other seminaries are too well known there - Has written to Rese about this.
II-4-e A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
1832 May 18
Collins, Edward T., Mt. St. Mary's
Emmitsburgh, Md.
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Cannot leave Emmitsburg before July 1 - Talks of being ordained before departure - Desires to go to Baltimore to see aged mother - Mentions unfitness for teaching, desires to be parish priest or missionary.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
1832 May 18
(Rosati), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Perryville), M(iss)o(uri)
(Rosati) believes it will be difficult to find a piano at a bargain here in St. Louis. He had promised the monastery $50; he has paid $10 for two copies of Rodriguez. There remains due $40 which Timon will receive from B(rothe)r Blanka, (C.M.). (Rosati) gives without charge a third copy of Rodriguez for the new establishment at St. Michael's. He also sends some large maps which may be useful for the college.
P.S. Father (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.) will have no letter because (Rosati) received none from him. He will receive something better; a rope 150 feet long with blocks, free of charge.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 May 22
(Blanc, Father Anthony)
( )
In the church of Assumption parish:
Ordination
1. Deacon, Robert Doogan, subdeacon from the diocese of Mobile, recently admitted to the diocese of New Orleans;
2. Subdeacon, Patrick Ring, C.M. by the dimissorial of his superior;
3. Tonsure and minor orders, John Tiernan, C.M. son of Peter Tiernan and Maria Markey;
4. Tonsure and minor orders, Alphonse Deodato Jacques, son of Nicolas Jacques and Margaretha Fraceurent(?) from the diocese of Verdun;
5. Tonsure and minor orders, Charles Menard, son of John Baptist Menard and Petra Francoise Chinard from the diocese of Lyon.
(In Blanc's handwriting).
V-4-d D. (French) 8vo.
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1832 Jun. 12
Kenrick, Francis Patrick, Bishop of Arath
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
to Bishop (Leo Raymond) De Ne(c)kere of
New Orleans, Louisiana
De Neckere will understand from previous letters what Kenrick is writing about. Kenrick felicitates De Neckere on holding a synod and on instituting a society for the distribution of books. He regards De Neckere as a leader in establishing a seminary and hopes to follow his example. He asks De Neckere to tell Father (Bertrand) Martial that he will send the charter as soon as it is made.
A.L.S. (Latin)
Enclosure - copy of the following letter:
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1832 Jun. 6
Kenrick, Bishop Francis Patrick of Arath
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
to Cardinal Charles M. Pedicini
Rome, (Italy)
Kenrick submits the acts of the Synod of Philadelphia to the judgment of the Sacred Congregation. Throughout the state of Pennsylvania there are many Catholics engaged in building roads, canals, and railroads who cannot abstain from meat for two days without harm. They can keep the Friday abstinence but not that of the succeeding Saturday. Examples of similar dispensations from the fast are found in Spain, Germany, etc. So also in England and France and in this country in the regions where the Spaniards once ruled. In this country Catholics being only 500,000 out of 13 million have difficulty observing the abstinence. In asking for this dispensation he wants to notify the other American prelates of his petition.
(A.L.S.) Copy (Latin)
V-4-d A.L.S. (Latin) and copy 4pp. 8vo.
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1832 Jun. 13
De Neckere, Leo, Bp. of New Orleans
Donaldson, Louisiana
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Mentions some doubt as to the advisability of the Ursulines proposed project of going to Cincinnati -Mentions sick organists at Cincinnati - Thanks Fenwick for loan of Father Stephen Montgomery who had been working a while in Louisiana with success. Praises the Catholic Telegraph.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
1832 Jun. 14
Anduze, Father M(atthew) B.
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Leo Raymond De Neckere)
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. William Poursine told him that (de Neckere) was to stop at Mr. Casimir's(?) house so Anduze takes the opportunity to tell (de Neckere) that on the 19th there is to be a meeting of the Michaud creditors in Plaquemine about the sale of the college. Anduze thinks there will be a settlement with the rest payable in 2 years. There are several persons who say they would like to have the college; among others, he has heard that the pastor of Baton Rouge (Hercules Brassac?) has appointed some one to bid for him. In (de Neckere's last letter he said that Anduze was to buy the college but did not fix a price. Who will take the college? Are the Jesuits ready? Who will pay the revenue(?) on the money from the estate of (Father Paul de) St. Pierre, (O.Carm.?) used in this establishment? Who would assume directorship? There are a number of details which it would be well to discuss. (On this same paper is a draft) of an authorization for Anduze to buy the College of St. Gabriel, Iberville, paying not exceeding $4500 and $500 for the mission of this little college. Anduze is to pay for it out of funds at his disposal from the St. Pierre estate; he has already bought for the college many things included in the inventory made by Mr. Petit. Anduze will open the College in his name or for his community(?) up to the time the Bishop will judge it necessary for Anduze to give it over(?). If the Jesuits(?) take the college they will have certain designated lands adjacent to the church and the use of the church at all hours except the regular hours of services for the parish.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 4to.
5
1832 Jun. 15
Dupont-Poursat, Peter, Bishop of
Constances, (France)
He testifies that John Stephan Blin, a layman, son of John and Joanne Blin and of the parish of Champrepur, born December 26, 1804 was given the tonsure. Mauger signs as vicar-general; LeQuesne Blotill(?) secretary.
V-4-d D.S. Printed (Latin) 1p. 4to.
3
1832 Jun. 15
Petit, Didier
Lyon (France)
to Father (Gabriel) Richard
(Detroit) Michigan Territory
For a long time, deprived of news from Richard he takes the occasion now to present a proof of his remembrance of him. He has advised Bishop (Edward Dominic) Fenwick, as administrator of Michigan, that the Association of the Propagation has allotted Richard for this year 14000 francs and last year 13925 francs. In making this generous allotment, the Council has had in view to enable him to pay a debt that is hindering him in his holy ministry. Fenwick has been authorized to draw on him for the amount. Richard is to acknowledge the receipt of the sum. He is also to send a detailed account of his mission and give his regards to Father (Stephen Theodore) Badin. (Richard notes this no. 6, as received Sept. 4, 1832, and answered but at no given date).
III-2-g A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 8vo.
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1832 Jun. 17
(Flaget), Benedict Joseph, Bp. of Bardstown
Bardstown, Kentucky
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Has received a letter from the Archbishop of (Baltimore) requesting at the order of the Prefect of the Propaganda that the bishops of Western countries give their exact boundaries. Whitfield asks him to write to Fenwick and Rosati on the matter. Flaget's bulls give him only Kentucky and Tennessee - In the absence of other bishops Indiana, Illinois, and Ohio were also under his jurisdiction - Since Rosati's and Fenwick's appointment Indiana and Illinois have been left undetermined. Rosati tends to a vast part of Illinois - Fenwick he thinks can better take care of Eastern and Northern Indiana - Tells Fenwick to determine what he thinks best.
(Added note) - Has not heard of money deposited at Louisville.
II-4-e A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
1832 Jun. 19
Thibodaux, A.B., Michel Bern(ard? ms. torn), J(ose)ph Bourgeois, Jean Baptiste Boudreau, Auguste Roger
Lafourche, (Louisiana)
to Bishop Leon (Raymond de Neckere)
New Orleans, Louisiana
The (above) trustees wish to expose their complaints about an altercation between the administration of St. Joseph Church and Father John (Audizio) Odigio, pastor who refuses to administer the sacraments and to fill out the year there in spite of all their protests. They ask de Neckere to send them a pastor who can agree with the administration; many would like to have Father (John) Rosti who knows their people and has been among them for a long time.
V-4-d L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Jun. 20
Saenderl, Simon, C.SS.R.
New York, N.Y.
to (Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
Announces that at the instance of the Leopoldine Association, and their Superior Father Joseph Passerat, and the nuncio of Vienna, three Redemptorists priests and three Brothers have arrived in New York and according to the directions of Father Fred(rick) Rese will go immediately to Detroit - Mentions the incidents of their trip from Vienna, the equipment they bring with them - Have studied English during the trip, but can speak French better. Father F. Hatscher can speak Italian and Dutch. Their names are Fathers Simon Saenderl, Francis Xavier Hatscher, Francis Xavier Tshenhens, and Brothers Jacob Keller, Aloysius Schuh, and Wenceslaus Witopill.
II-4-e A.L.S. (Latin) 2pp. 8vo.
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1832 Jun. 29
Badin, Father Steph(en) T(heodore)
Logansport, Cass County, Indiana
to the Chiefs and children of the Poutouatomy nation in council on the
St. Joseph River
Saluted them - Gives them rules of Christian conduct - Speaks of Jesus' prayer for his persecutors - Desires to teach them. To kill Topinabe will not restore Nanankoy.
A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1832 Oct. 30
Documents respecting the Post of St. Joseph furnished by the Rev. Stephen T. Badin, Logansport for Bishop Fenwick.
On 9th of last June Topinabe, chief, killed in a drunken fit Nanankoy. He surrenders but Badin's interpreter, a lady of 68, offers her life instead of the murderer's. An Indian seer is consulted and gives a bloody answer - Badin successfully averts the death and sends the above letter - Topinabe repents.
II-4-e A.D.S. 1p. 12mo.
(1832) Jun. 30
Fenwick, Edward Bishop
of Cincinnati
to Father Frederick Rese
Cincinnati, Ohio
If (Father Martin Kundig) has not started have him bring the Shoemaker deed. He should visit the missions as far as Zanesville, Dresden, Huron County, Tiffin, Dayton, Hamilton. Fenwick proposes to visit Steubenville and Lisbon. Sister (Frances) Vindervoghle writes for an interview. Fenwick sets out for Detroit July 2--hopes to see the sisters at Cleveland or Detroit. He speaks of a certain M. Vendromme in difficulties. (Father John H.) McGrady doing well. July 1, the sisters have not arrived from Pittsburgh -- Has little confidence in them. Mdlle. Olanier returns to Somerset. (Father Samuel) Smith is at Westville with his mother. Asks Rese to settle his case, and requests news of the diocese, the priests - of the ordination of (Fathers) Boheme and Bonduell.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo. (French)
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1832 Jun. 30
Pedicini, C(arolo), Cardinal Prefect
Rome, (Papal States)
to Bishop Edward (Dominic) Fenwick, (O.P.)
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Pedicini acknowledges Fenwick's letter of April 26 in which he stated that there were two youths from the diocese of Tournai living in the seminary at Cincinnati whom he wished to take into his diocese. The Sacred Congregation knowing how badly the diocese of Tournai needed priests finds it difficult to let them stay in Cincinnati. The Holy Father is not accustomed to interfere in these matters unless asked. Although they cannot grant Fenwick's petition in this matter, they hope that God will grant his petition so that in his great harvest he will find workers.
Signed by Castruccio Castracane. no. 20.
III-2-g D.S. (Latin) 1p. 8vo.
1
1832 Jul. 2
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father J(ohn) Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
(Rosati) received the small trunk with Father (J.M.) Bonniot's bag. Rosati had already learned about the departure of Father (John Boullier, C.M.). Boullier, who left after receiving Rosati's reply to a letter in which Bouiller [Boullier] asked permission to go to New Orleans. Rosati wants Timon to find a way to prevent anything that would give rise to similar steps among their confreres. Rosati talked to Mr. Leduc about the piano. He believes he cannot sell it to Timon because the person wished to keep it. He will make a search through Mr. Philipson to find one which will suit Timon. Father (Victor) Paillasson, (S.J.) has been ill. No news yet of Bishop (Leo) de Neckere, (C.M.). Next Saturday the first number of The Shepherd of the Valley will appear. Rosati asks Timon to send something in English and Father (John) Odin, (C.M.) something in French as often as they can. Timon must have received the box of medicine which Rosati sent. Timon is to ask Brother (Angelo) Oliva, (C.M.) to visit that marble quarry and send samples to Rosati.
P.S. Rosati has written to Father (Simon Gabriel) Bruté to send details of the proceedings in the College of Mount St. Mary for conferring the degree and the form of the diploma. Mr. Taylor is going to print the English Catechism. Timon could send his list of subscriptions direct to Mr. Lucas at Baltimore.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Jul. 4
(England), John, Bishop of
Charleston, S(outh) C(arolina)
to Bishop (Leo Raymond) De(Neckere
New Orleans, Lou(isiana)
England thinks it right to show his brethren where the power of his diocese is placed though Archbishop (James Whitfield) sent his refusal. Yet England leaves the power for him to exercise if he will. England embarks tomorrow for Europe to visit Ireland, France, and Rome to ask for laborers and means for his diocese. It would afford him pleasure if he could do anything for deNeckere. Letters directed to Pitray Niel and Company, Havre, will find him.
A.L.S.
Written on the following document:
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1832 Jul. 1
England, John, Bishop of
Charleston, South Carolina
Leaving for Europe on ecclesiastical business, England appoints Archbishop Whitfield and Bishop Michael Portier as his vicars-general, Father Robert Browne, as vicar and chairman, Father Andrew Byrne, keeper of the seal, and Father Richard S. Baker, secretary. Father Peter Whelan signs as secretary. Extraordinary faculties (are listed),
D.S. Printed (Latin)
V-4-d A.L.S., D.S. (English and Latin) 4pp. folio
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1832 Jul. 5
(Flaget), Benedict Joseph, Bp. of Bardstown
Bardstown, Kentucky
to Father Frederick Rese
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The money mentioned was in the Bank of Louisville since the month of May, but that bank did not notify Flaget. Will later thank the Association (Leopoldine). Some Catholics in Indiana 40 miles from Cincinnati write for a priest. Asks Rese to take care of them. Indiana does not belong to his diocese, nevertheless all bishops have obligations to take care of states not erected into dioceses - Eastern Indiana should be taken care of by Cincinnati - The remedy is a Bishop of Vincennes for which he has asked in vain. A Don J. A de Echevarria on his way from Bardstown to Cincinnati and wants to send son to college.
II-4-e A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 8vo.
1832 Jul. 8
English, Tho(ma)s
Barrens, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
For some time English has intended to begin a correspondence with Timon on the subject of religion. If Timon succeeds in showing him that Timon's is the only true and just form of worship English will return to the fold. All of his people are Protestants and prejudiced against Catholicism. Since he has been here English has read several books on controversial religious subjects and this joined to his observation, has dispelled many ill-founded prejudices against Catholicism. There remain difficulties to be surmounted.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
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1832 Jul. 11
(Rosati), Joseph, Bp. of St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
to Father Frederick Rese,
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Thanks Rese for money sent - Asks for address of persons in charge of the Leopoldine Association - Mentions acquisition of the Redemptorist Fathers. Asks the whereabouts of Father (Augustus) Jeanjean - Is visited now by Bishop (Leo) DeNeckere and Father (Anthony) Blanc - Mentions proposed visit to Bishop Flaget next week and possibility of visiting Cincinnati.
II-4-e A.L.S. (Italian) 1p. 8vo.
1832 Jul. 15
Jeanjean, Father Aug(ust)
Sau(l)t Ste. Marie, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Leo Raymond de Neckere)
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
They arrived last night on the boat W(illia)m Penn and permission was refused to land (ms. torn - they landed on John Bull's soil?). Bishop (Edward Dominic) Fenwick, (O.P.) is not well; he had recovered from his long illness in the spring but his strength does not return. The whole country is upset because of the cholera. Many died on board; there were some Catholics whose confessions were heard to the great displeasure of several ministers on board; their efforts with the Indians are great. A young Mohawk named Daniel Adams, a Methodist minister, was going to direct an establishment at Green Bay. There is a Baptist settlement here and the Methodists will open one next spring; the founder was on board, Reverend John Clark of New York. They will not stay long because the troops being transported to Chicago are already at Mackinac which is 90 miles away and will probably arrive tomorrow. He will mail this letter there as there is no post-office here.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 4to.
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1832 Jul. 18
(Fenwick) Edward Dominic Bp. Cincinnati
Mackinac(k), Michigan
to Father Frederick Rese
Cincinnati, Ohio
Has suffered much since leaving Detroit - One soldier died before they reached Fort Gratiott - 3 others sick the next day - one a Catholic - all with 8 others died. Arrived at Sault Sainte Marie the 14th and set out again the 17th - He had chills and fever there - likewise on the 16 - 17th was indisposed - Believes he has passed through all, although a soldier of Sheldon Thompson is dead - also 15 at Chicago - in 2 days if well, he will go on to Arbre Croche - and from there to Green Bay - will endeavor to engage (Redemptorists) one for Green Bay, one to remain with Father Richard and a third for near Detroit - Officers of the fort have invited him for a visit - 2 schools at Arbre Croche - the one at Green Bay is full - Madame Fischer constant. Father Baraga building 3 other chapels - The box for Father Mazzuchelli and Baraga has not arrived. Repeats proposal about Father Montgomery. (Added note) - Mentions book by Mr. Fevre against Father Mullon.
II-4-e A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 8vo.
1832 Jul. 18
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father J(ohn) Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
(Rosati) will leave today for Kentucky with Bishop (Leo) De Neckere, (C.M.) and Father (Anthony) Blanc. (Rosati) has not forgotten the formula for the diploma which Timon wants to have printed. (Rosati) will ask for a sample from Bardstown and will have it printed on his return. Father (Victor) Paillasson, (S.J.) will tell Timon what they have decided for New Madrid. He is going to start over again for a convent. He tells (Rosati) that Timon thought he could make this foundation. (Rosati) agrees heartily. He asks Timon to pray that the country may be preserved from the plagues which are afflicting so many others.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Jul. 24
Pelagaud, (J.B.)
Lyon, (France)
to (Father Gabriel Richard)
(Detroit, Michigan Territory)
Pelagaud has just learned from M. Rigagnon of Richard's situation and hastens to inform him that the Association of the Propagation has allotted to his mission 14000 francs. (Richard) may draw on M. Coste of Lyons for this amount but should give a 15 day sight draft. However, since Pelagaud has told Bishop (Edward Dominic) Fenwick of the allocation (Richard) should make sure that he has not already made a draft for the amount to avoid a duplication. Since Pelagaud is the editor of the Annals of the Association he asks (Richard) for some accounts that he can insert in it. (Noted by probably Father Francis Vincent Badin as received as No. 7, received Sept. 12, 1832).
III-2-g A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 8vo.
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1832 Jul. 26
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
Father Keegan, an Irish priest who will give Timon this letter, has been educated in France and is not experienced in preaching in English. (Rosati) sends him to the seminary and asks Timon to ascertain his qualities and learning. (Rosati) has no reason to distrust him but caution is necessary in so delicate a matter. Timon is to tell father (Jean-Baptiste) Tornatore, (C.M.) that as vicar-general he could give Keegan such faculties as he sees fit. (Rosati) has given him permission to say Mass.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Jul. 28
Pedicini, Maurus, Cardinal Prefect
Rome, (Papal States)
to Bishop Edward (Dominic) Fenwick, O.P.P.
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Pedicini is pleased to announce the arrival at the Collegio Urbano of two Indian youths, William Maccatebinessi and Augustine (Hamlin) Hemler and their acceptance. The Holy Father received them with his generosity and urged them to complete their studies. The young men are eager for their studies and for the conversion of their own people.
Signed by C(astruccio) Castracane as secretary no. 21.
III-2-g L.S. (Latin) 1p. 8vo.
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1832 Aug. 16
Kenrick, Francis Patrick (Bishop)
Edensburg, Pennsylvania
to Father Frederick Rese
Cincinnati, Ohio
Thanks Rese for the offer of a theologian to help out Kenrick's seminary, but declines the offer because there is no means to take care of him. Is certain that with the help of Rese, the seminary will get along all right, but on account of the illness of Bishop Fenwick, he hesitates to ask him to come to Philadelphia. Mentions the departure of some seminarians for Europe. Says that the epidemic did much spiritual good in Philadelphia.
II-4-e A.L.S. (Italian) 2pp. 8vo.
1832 Aug. 21
(Lichtenberg, Karl Anton)
(Vienna, Austria)
to (Father Frederick Rese)
Cincinnati, Ohio
The (Vienna) office of the Leopoldine Association received Rese's letter dated New York, May 12, 1832, together with all its enclosures. Rese asks him to confirm the receipt of the package of letters and to reply to the different points. But the enclosed writing of July 6, 1831 contains all the necessary points. It was not sent away sooner because it was hoped that several points could be omitted or changed after the arrival of the expected package. Therefore Lichtenberg unites this letter in the former letter and he asks Rese to read both very careful as they are of the greatest importance to the missions. Lichtenberg criticizes Rese's reports and letters because they are written only from the point of view of those to whom they are addressed and do not consider the desires of the members of the association. It should be just the opposite, as it is the masses who donate the money. Among the 47000 donors of the Austrian monarchy 99% want to hear about the spreading of the faith, about the churches, etc. and even the other 1% prefer such news to any other one. The Austrian reader is different from the French, the Austrians want news about their Catholic church and it is not surprising that they are dissatisfied. The diocese of Cincinnati has 21 active priests, but no one has ever heard anything about the work of 17 of them and that is the reason for giving donations for Cincinnati. Lichtenberg gives an example to show how necessary the right kind of reports are. Father Frederick Baraga's reports were sent to 6 foreign friends of the association, namely to two bishops and 4 laymen. The latter sent on July 14, 1832, 2750 francs (about $530) with the request that this money is for the use of Baraga only. Not one cent is from the Baraga family. This should prove what America should receive. All reports should be like those of Father Baraga, namely, Material: the spreading of the faith'; trimmings: scientific remarks. For controversies or polemics the general public has no interest and if the public does not give, then there are no other resources, for from Rese's Viennese friends not five can be found listed in Lichtenberg's account books. This is the last time Lichtenberg will speak about the subject. Then he gives a list of the contents of a box and their donors sent away Aug. 10, 1832. Again he asks Rese to confirm the receipt of the box and to give the proper expression of thanks.
III-2-g A.L. (unsigned) German 2pp. folio
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1832 Aug. 24
Brownson, Orestes A.
Battleborough, V(ermon)t
to Sarah Healy Brownson
Boston, Massachusetts
Brownson regrets not having written before, but he has been very busy. He has enjoyed good health except for a short spell, during which time he was with Dr. Willoughby of Newport. Brownson thinks that the object of the journey will be accomplished. He preached at Little Falls in Troy to apparent good acceptance. Brownson will spend next Sabbath in Walpole, N.H., a short distance from Charleston where resides Mrs. Brownson's uncle, Jesse from whom Brownson had a letter recently. Jesse is a member of Rev. Mr. Crasby's Unitarian parish where Brownson will preach. Brownson has been treated admirably by the Unitarian ministers. Rev. Mr. Browns, with whom Brownson was staying received a letter from Troy in which Brownson's Troy friends requested him to ask Brownson not to accept any post until he had heard from them. Brownson believes that he could easily get a parish in New England, but he would prefer one in New York; the people there are ahead of New England in activity of thought. In New England the clergy are ahead of the people but the reverse is true in New York. He feels that they will see better times.
I-4-g A.L.S. (Photostat--Odiorne Collection) 3pp. 8vo.
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1832 Aug. 28
(Rosati), (C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
Rosati spoke to Mr. Walsh about the money Timon mentioned in his letter. As he will go to the Barrens, Walsh will settle with Timon. Regarding the money in the hands of Mr. Riley, Mr. Bouvet, who at (Rosati)'s request asked to be appointed guardian of the two orphans, will go through the legal formalities and remit the money as soon as he can get it. No reasonably priced piano available yet. What would Timon think of sending Father (Keegan) Teegan to Arkansas to remain there, either with Father (Peter Francis) Beaupres or by himself? Beaupres is quite discouraged; (Rosati) would for a year or two furnish what is needed for his support but fears he will not be able to defray expenses for two.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Sep. 5
Cellini, C.M., Father F(rancis)
Fredericktown, (Missouri)
Cellini is pleased with the family Timon sent him to attend his farm but the contract is, he thinks, entirely too hard for them; under such conditions he does not think they could make a living. He is charmed to know that the (Sisters of Loretto) are learning a fine musical Mass, and are ready to come as soon as the priest house is ready which he hopes will be in less than a month. He does not know whether he can come to the Seminary before the vacations but hopes Timon will come before and take him down. Then they can fix the day for the nuns' coming. The Irish seminarian affected with the scrofula sent to Cellini for some ointment but he should remember that Cellini only gave him directions (to make it, which he gives here). Cellini sends thanks to Father Tornatore. His hand has been burned with lime; he can scarcely hold his pen.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Sep. 10
Saulnier, Father Edm(ond)
(Carondelet, Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
Last Thursday he received Timon's letter; he thanks him for the good news of Patrick McLoughlin. Not knowing where the Bishop would send him, Saulnier thought to leave Patrick at the seminary. Now placed at Carondelet, if Patrick could be sent back, he would comfort Saulnier in his solitude. At Timon's request Saulnier saw Timon's last lines to his parents. Last Thursday Timon's sister, Mrs. Kenthen McGee, married a Protestant. She could not pay off a half sou because she is among the liquors and debts of her last husband who died last July. Yesterday Saulnier went to Gravois, (Missouri); Father (Peter) Verhaegen was there a little before him. A controversial fight was scheduled but the Methodist minister sent an excuse of sickness. The crowd was disappointed. Once a month Saulnier must say Mass at Gravois. A hermit, and among peasants, he hears little news.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Sep. 13
Badin, Francis Vincent, Father
Detroit, Michigan
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father Gabriel Richard died this morning at 3:10 of cholera - He returned last Saturday from a mission in a weakened condition. Badin left Sunday 9th for Riviere aux Hurons, (Mich). Richard got worse - Father (Hätscher) came after Badin Tuesday morning - Tuesday he heard Richard's confession, etc. Richard appeared to improve until Wednesday morning when he was anointed by Fathers Badin and Baraga - Badin asks that Father Hätscher be appointed Richard's successor and not be sent to Green Bay at Father Simon (Saenanderl, C.SS.R.)'s request - avows his own incapacity because of ill health and general ability. Richard has left no will and he must settle his affairs. Quotes a letter received for Richard from Lyons concerning certain sums from Mr. Pelegaud and speaks of another from Father Didier Petit and the Association of the Propagation. He adds the=at they await the arrival of Father Montgomery>
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo. (French)
1832 Sep. 14
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father J(ohn) Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
To make the collection of what is due to the Rochfort estate and is to be sent to the monastery, it was necessary to name a guardian and take all the steps required by law. As soon as Mr. Bouvet, the guardian, has collected the money (Rosati) will send it to Timon. Mr. Leduc has not given up hope of finding a piano at a good price. He has commissioned Mr. Philipson to do it. (Rosati) asks Timon what he thinks of Father Keegan. He is thinking of sending him to Arkansas. Maybe he will have to remain there alone if he cannot induce Father (Peter Francis) Beauprez to stay there with him.
IV_3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Sept. 18
(England), John, Bishop of Charleston, S.C.
Dublin, Ireland
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Speaks of a plan which he has formed for supplying the American missions with worthy Irish priests. The Irish diocese have more than they need - Among the extras are several excellent men whom he thinks should be obtained for America. Outlines plan arranged with the Presidents of Maynooth and Carlow, by which the candidates are chosen and educated - If Fenwick wants to adopt this plan he should write to England so he can arrange it on his return to Ireland. England going on to Rome soon - Has succeeded in getting Ursulines for his diocese. Calls Fenwick's attention to the advantages seen in Europe of frequent meetings of the prelates. Suggests the advantages of the same for America.
The first part is in another hand than the latter part is.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
1832 Sep. 18
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
Since Timon does not think it right to send Father Keegan to Arkansas at least for the present, (Rosati) will not consider it. Timon says Father (Ennemond) Dupuy seems disposed to go there. Timon is to talk to Dupuy about it and let (Rosati) know. Timon's father (James Timon) wants Timon to make them a visit during vacation and so does (Rosati). Timon is not to permit his students to come to St. Louis. If they should fall ill during the trip or their stay they could blame Timon. They do not have the cholera there but they probably will have later on.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Sep. 23
Boullier, (C.M.), Father J(ohn)
Old Mines, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Barrens, M(iss)o(uri)
Boullier received Timon's letter stating that Father (John Baptist) Tornatore, (C.M.) is not willing to let Timon spend a week here with Father (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.). About the same time Boullier received a letter from Tornatore consigning him to hell with Judas. Boullier will teach him how to behave and mind what he writes. Timon is not to fail to come on October 7 and preach here. Boullier cannot go to the Barrens next week, but expects to go soon. He does not want Mr. Prat(t)'s concession. He looks for another place concerning what he told Timon about the nuns. Timon is to send word by Isabelle Moreau, the bearer of this letter, whom he recommends to Timon's care and attention, whether Mr. Cissel is willing to sell his negro boy Albert. Odin will perhaps know something about it.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Sep. 24
Anduze, Father M. B.
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Father Ant(hony) Blanc
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Anduze knows Mr. Demetry and appreciates his talents; there are two important things, his morals and his pay. A beginning establishment cannot encumber itself in case it does not succeed. Anduze will be happy to receive this "old seminarian" if he is willing to work and is pious. Anduze has seen the Gabinateur of Pointe Coupee--that man has no need to put his name to gigantic lucubrations. One has only to read one of this phrases to see that anonymity is impossible for him. The convent must be very sad. Those ladies cannot say today, I am for Paul and I am for Cephas. These two deaths will add to their desolation. As for Mr. Bolot, Anduze believes it will be very difficult to carry out their commissions; Anduze needs so much! He thinks Father (August) Jeanjean will arrive in France at a time of great disaster; the situation there will make him regret the shores of the Mississippi. He sends his respects to Fathers Ma(e)nhaut and Richard.
P.S. Anduze asks Blanc to pout him on the subscription list for L'Abeille to begin with the numbers containing his prospectus. L'Abeille is one of the papers which gives the most news of Europe and seems impartial. Blanc is to distribute his prospectus in the city through Messrs. Kennedy, Duplessis, Gordon Stringer, the Ursulines, on the recommendation of Monsignor Moni and others. Also will Blanc send through William Duplessis, several thousand to James Zacharie asking him to send them to Havana, Tampico, Vera Cruz, etc. Some of the ones in three languages are to be sent to Mr. Edmond Forstall; some are to be sent to some Creole ladies -- Madam Eugenie, Mde. Xavier; to Father (?) Mina and all the pastors. Anduze thinks that folding them like a newspaper the postage will not be more than a cent. Blanc is to ask the editor or Mr. Demetrie.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 4to.
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1832 Sep. 27
Henni, Father (John Martin)
Wooster, Ohio
to Father Frederick Rese
Cincinnati, Ohio
Understands that Miss. (Eliza Rose) Powell has informed Rese of the death of the Bishop, and burial that same evening. Rese did not see Fenwick, but was informed of his death at Canton. Had he been there he would have buried the Bishop in certain acquired land - Lists expenses of burial and money found on the Bishop. Sorry he did not come here with Fenwick as he had accompanied him to Pittsburgh and Steubenville. Gives the explanation for his remaining at Canton to settle matters caused by the cholera, and going to Massillon.
P.S. Found additional $275 in bills. Likewise keeps the Bishop's ring, etc.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo. (German)
1832 Sep. 27
Rese, Father Frederick
Cincinnati, Ohio
to Bishop Edward Fenwick of Cincinnati
Canton, Ohio
Received Fenwick's letter - Death of Father Richard at Detroit - Father (Vincent) Badin in charge there - The Redemptorists satisfied on visit to Green Bay and have called their members there - Novices have been rejected at St. Rose's - Expects return of Father (John T.) Van den Broek (O.P.) - Discusses money matters - Urges Fenwick to write Father Hickey of Emmittsburgh about sisters - Wants to erect a society of ladies like that of New Orleans to aid the sisters - As Mr. Cassilly agrees, should be trained at the Dominicans if not at Emmittsburgh - Advises ordination of Mr. Deloughery if the Archbishop has no objection - Hopes Father (Louis) De Seilles is well with Father (S.H.) Montgomery since he left for Kentucky - Hopes to start two schools, English and German - Asks about Wednesday and Friday dispensations - Father (Martin) Kundig should return to Cincinnati.
P.S. Money if needed can be found in package of letters - Mentions Fathers Adrian Van de Weyer, and Lostrie - Mr. Dittoe to get subscribers for the Catholic Telegraph and Father Kundig's boys for the college.
II-4-e A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 4to.
1832 Oct. 2
Henni, Father John M.
Canton, Ohio
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator of
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father Van Dromme has departed on foot towards Philadelphia - Hopes Miss Bowells has arrived safely - Fenwick had spoken to him of a loan of $1000 to Richard - Bishop had intended to replace him with Father Mazzuchelli - Mentions Father McGrady's church and converts - Also a manuscript received for Fenwick.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo. (German)
1832 Oct. 4
Conwell, Henry, Bp. Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
to Bishop Edward Fenwick
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Has written to Father (James) Mullon without an answer - repeats the request to Fenwick for information about Messrs. William Graham, and Brady, seminarians, who left Philadelphia for Cincinnati or have gone on to New Orleans. Also about a Mr. McGettigin. Hears good news of Fenwick.
II-4-e A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
1832 Oct. 5
Louaillier, Sr.
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
to Bishop (Leo Raymond) DeNe(c)kere
Opelousas, (Louisiana)
As Louaillier told de Neckere yesterday he believes that the water will be better at Grand Coteau than it was this summer. According to Mr. Mase wells ought to be cleaned out once a year; he does not know how many times the old well at the convent has been cleaned. If it is necessary to build another it is too bad they did not take advantage of the last drought. DeNeckere will appreciate the motives which make him wish to talk the least possible with Madame Xavier about the improvements which her house should have; she is so taken up with the demands of the parents, Louaillier is returning the volume of medical science.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Oct. 10
Anduze, Father M. B.
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Father Ant(hony) Blanc
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Bishop (John Baptist Mary) David left for Baton Rouge; he talked to Anduze of ecclesiastical affairs of the diocese, of the disputes of Father (Louis Leopold) Moni and Father Jury, of Father (Philip) Borgna, (C.M.) and Father (Bernard) Permoli, etc. Anduze does not think they would agree. As for the other person, Anduze asks Blanc to tell him that if he will come and spend a few days at Iberville he believes it will be to his advantage. A F(ranci)s Jourdain, brother of Mother (?) Philipine and of an Ursuline, wrote twice to Anduze but the style and grammatical errors disgusted Anduze; he does not know why he left the Barrens where he received a free education for several years. Anduze knows his family, etc. He does not know when the student will come; he has only a few. Anduze thinks Springhill College and the one at Iberville will bring about the downfall of the crowd of shops for godless and scientific trash. It would be difficult to procure class books. Anduze has written to Bishop Portier to see if he will join him in having a little Spanish book printed. It is one of the tracts of the famous (Jose de) Cadalso entitled Los Eruditos a la violeta. He also asks Blanc to recommend their work to the Ursulines. One of his chief difficulties is to procure fresh provisions. He asks Blanc to give Edmond Forstall and Zacharie some of their handbills to distribute in Mexico and Florida; there are other Spaniards at New Orleans who could be very useful among others an ex-governor of Guatemala who often goes to Father Manheut's (Maenhaut?).
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Oct. 11
Kenrick, (Bishop) Francis Patrick
Edensburg, PA
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Writes to tell of his grief at the death of Bishop of Cincinnati (Fenwick) and assures Rese that he can safely administrate the diocese. Mentions the method of choosing a successor. Mentions the ill health of Bishop Conwell of (Philadelphia).
II-4-e A.L.S. (Italian) 2pp. 8vo.
1832 Oct. 11
(Rosati), Joseph, Bp. of St. Louis
St. Louis, Missouri
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator of
Cincinnati, Ohio
Expresses regret at news of Bishop Fenwick's death. Had written letter to him and wonders if he received it. In this letter was a copy of a letter that Fenwick had asked Rosati to write to the Sacred Congregation of the Propaganda asking that Father P(eter) Kenny be appointed coadjutor of Cincinnati, that another diocese be erected at Detroit with Rese as Bishop. Rosati says he thinks the Superior General of the Jesuits will not allow Kenny's nomination as coadjutor. In his opinion Fenwick being dead Rese himself is the best candidate.
II-4-e A.L.S. (Italian) 1p. 8vo.
1832 Oct. 15
B(rownson), O(restes) A.
Petersham, Mass(achusetts)
to (Sarah Healy Brownson)
(Boston, Massachusetts)
He has a slight cold but feels one hundred per cent better than when he left Ithaca. Brownson came to Petersham via New Salem where he gave a sermon at an Association of Unitarian Ministers. His sermon was pronounced good by the council. He then went to Athol where he preached a lecture for Rev. Mr. Moon; then Mr. Moon brought him to Petersham to the house of Rev. Mr. Willson to whom Brownson had a letter from Truxton, N(ew) Y(ork). Brownson preached at Petersham and was well received. Today Brownson is going to Templeton to attend another association, and then he wants to be back at Walpole next Sabbath. Brownson prefers Walpole to all other Unitarian parishes that he has seen; it suits him. Brownson then compares himself to all the Unitarian clergymen that he has met, and finds himself inferior to none. The trustees of the Society in Walpole want a man who will take a high rank among the clergy of New England and they believe that Brownson can do it. Brownson does not know when he shall see his wife and children, he set out to make provision for them and will not stop until he succeeded. Walpole, October 29. Brownson expects to receive a formal call soon requesting him to take over the parish in Walpole. They are raising the salary to five hundred dollars for him.
I-4-g A.L.S. (Photostat, Odiorne collection) 3pp. 8vo.
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1832 Oct. 15
(Rosati), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father J(ohn) Timon (C.M.)
(St. Louis, Missouri)
The establishment of the Sisters (of Loretto) at St. Joseph's, Apple Creek, (Missouri) remaining in the same languishing situation in which it has ever been, the Sisters having no school or means of subsistence, having to depend entirely on the Convent of Bethlehem, (Rosati) thinks it proper that it should be suspended for some time and the Sisters return to Bethlehem. He is confident that, as the Catholic population will increase there, before long the establishment may be resumed and go on more prosperously.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. folio
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1832 Oct. 18
Anduze, Father M. B.
Iberville, (Louisiana)
to Father (Anthony) Blanc
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
As Anduze presumed, Blanc is in the quarrel. This Mr. Ogé must be dishonest. Anduze has not received any provisions. But he knows they were unloaded up the river and on the other side so that if he went after them he would be paying double. Then Ogé billed him $2.50 for 100 pens or 2 1/2 cents a pen. He charged $6.00 for a barrel of mackerel which his neighbor got for $3.50. Up to now Anduze has had no other student except Ben Tuscaud. He has been at his house for six months.
(P.S.) Anduze has just learned positively that someone had talked to Father (Louis) M(on)i(?) about the College at Iberville and that he strongly dissuaded the parents who wished to send their children there. Anduze's position is precarious; the college will be the property of the bishop when he is pleased to relieve Anduze of it. Anduze is not one to plot against someone but if their obscure little tricks continue he will denounce them publicly. He will show them up and Moni's biography will be scarcely more edifying than that of Inglesi; as to Carretta, Borgna, Rossie of Tichitolli, some other time. If they do not leave him alone he will expose them.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Oct. 19
(Flaget), Benedict Joseph, Bishop of Bardstown
Louisville, Kentucky
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Received on the 8th the letter announcing the death of Fenwick while in Scott County (Kentucky) - Expected to send condolences from Bardstown - Cholera in Louisville caused him to go there. Father (Robert A.) Abel in charge. A young priest and three Sisters of Charity are awaited - Speaks of Fenwick and good he accomplished - Quotes letter of Fenwick Sept. 1st, that he had made last visit to Green Bay, Arbre Croche and St. Joseph and that he would ask to be released from Michigan and the Northwest and for a coadjutor. Rese is to read Flaget's answer. Fenwick asked for Father Kenny, (S.J.), Father Jeanjean carries his request - Discusses Kenny and suggests also an alternative - Mentions question of secularization of Father S.H. Montgomery. Asks about letters sent to Rese for the Austrian Consul.
II-4-e A.L.S. 4pp. 8vo. (French)
1832 Oct. 22
Cellini, C.M., Father F(rancis)
Frederick Town, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Perryville, (Missouri)
Timon's retarded return from St. Louis induced Cellini to solicit the coming of some of the Sisters (of Loretto) in this new house before his going to St. Louis with Madam (Mary) Smith. They were to depart this morning when it was reported that cholera raged in St. Louis. (J.B.?) Bossier came from St. Genevieve and forwarded Timon's letter in which Cellini thought to clear his doubts, but in vain. Cellini gives no credit to what is reported in the Republican. He is sending back Mr. Louis with the carriage and asks Timon to return it again with the other Sisters and advise whether it is prudent to let Madam Smith go there.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Oct. 22
Tichitoli, Father Joseph
Donaldson, LA
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Writes to say that he has just heard of the death of Bishop Fenwick, and expresses his deep grief there at.
II-4-e A.L.S. (Italian) 2pp. 8vo.
1832 Oct. 23
Borella, Father Marcel
St. Martin(ville, Louisiana)
to Father (Anthony Blanc)
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Borella needs a dispensation in order to perform the marriage of Cazimir Bienvenu and Louise Constance Amelina Bienvenu.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 4to.
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1832 Oct. 24
Baraga, (Father) Frederick
Mackinaw, (Michigan)
to Father (Frederick) Rese
Detroit, Michigan
forwarded to Cincinnati, Ohio
Father Baraga gives a short account of the money which the late Bishop (Edward) Fenwick had given him for his mission in August, 1831. The sum was $250 - and in Detroit the Bishop had left $200 - for printing expenses of the Indian prayer book. He also gave Madame (Marianne Lasaliere) Fisher $50 personally. Those $250 were the first money Father Baraga had received in America. He had to buy many things in Detroit for the mission, church and school, nothing for himself. He urges Rese to go to the stores Steavens and Desnoyers and see for himself in the books if he had bought even one article which would have been indispensable, especially now when he has the fortune to have both a locksmith and a smith in the person of Frater Aloys Schuh and a teacher and carpenter in the person of Joseph L'etourneau in his mission. He gives an itemized account of his $268 expenditures. As he has already spent $18 more than Bishop (E.) Fenwick gave him, namely money which he can call his own with his best conscience and not from the 400 florins which he received from the Leopoldine Association and which he used up on his trip. As he has received only $200 for the printing of the Indian prayer books and whereas the bill which is at present in the hands of Father (V.) Badin is $297, he hopes that Father Rese will pay the difference. The Leopoldine Association, which has the missions among the Indians greatly at heart, would be very much displeased if Father Rese should refuse to pay the $97. The teacher L'etourneau came to L'arbre Croche with the consent of Bishop Fenwick as can be proved by a letter. But that teacher was only willing to go for a salary of $100 a year and there is not that much money left. All Father Baraga could bring from Cincinnati to L'arbre Croche was $65 and as he had to buy several things for himself and the mission he has only $30 left. He begs rese to see that the yearly contribution which the Government if Washington has granted the mission will not be in arrears. Only then will he be able to pay L'etourneau and also clothe his little Indian boarders, for the Indians expect to have their children clothed when they send them to the mission boarding school. As soon as he returns to L'arbre Croche he will send a detailed report about the school, which can be sent on to Washington. He assures Rese that he means it only good with him.
III-2-g A.L.S. (German) 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Oct. 26
Passerat, C.SS.R., Father Jos(eph)
Vienna, (Austria)
to Bishop (Edward Dominic Fenwick, O.P.)
(of Cincinnati, Ohio)
Passerat has no doubt of the vocation of the Redemptorists he has sent to work in the American missions but knowing how resolutions change when faced with difficulties the assurances of (Fenwick) are not small to him. If, as the Leopoldine Association and their Society desire these Redemptorists success in founding a house where they can return to repair the damages to their souls and bodies after their trips on the missions and work in accordance with the rule, Passerat will be able to supply good subject among those who desire to work in America. He does not hesitate therefore to authorize Father Simon (Saenderl) to acquire land proper to this project. He showed Saenderl's letter to the Association and within a few days they granted instead of 10,000 florins for (Fenwick), 5,000 to (Fenwick) and 5,000 to the Redemptorists. If (Saenderl) goes into debt on this project, Passerat hopes to be able to pay.
III-2-g L.S. (French) 3pp. 8vo.
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1832 Oct. 31
Baraga, (Father) Frederick
L'arbre Croche, (Michigan)
to Father (Vincent Francis) Badin
of (Detroit, Michigan)
Father Baraga sends Father (V.) Badin $160,000. He is not able to send him the whole sum of $130,000 which he owes to Mr. Desnoyers and Mr. Steavens, because that is all the money he possesses. While he was in Detroit someone has stolen $50 out of his trunk, from the $250 which (Bishop Edward) Fenwick had given him. As he owes Mme. (Marianne Lasaliere) Fisher $20 and the hired man $20, there is only $160 left. He suspects the hired man, but has no way of proving it. He asks (Father V.F.) Badin to make arrangements with (Father Frederick) Rese, so that the rest of his debts to the trades people be paid.
III-2-g A.L.S. (French) 1p. 8vo.
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1832 Nov. 2
Blanc, Father
Malestroit, France
to Bishop (Leon Raymond de Neckere, C.M.)
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Blanc, Superior of the Community of the Mission at Malestroit, does not know (de Neckere). The one who brings this letter and whom he wishes to introduce is Mother Coeur de Jesus, professed for 16 years in the Ursulines of Ploermel in Brittany. It is not a letter of recommendation as she needs none. She is sufficiently recommended by the fact that she is among the number of those who call (DeNeckere) their first father. Her family is religious and honorable; she has a good education. She would be suitable for the administration of a house.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 4to.
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1832 Nov. 2
David, John B., Bp. of Mauricastro
Nazareth, Kentucky
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Requests that boxes containing vestments of Father Van Bockel be sent on to Bardstown - Condoles the loss of Bishop Fenwick -Fears approaching death of Bishop Flaget now with cholera victims in Louisville - Four of his sisters are taking care of the cholera victims. Is pleased with postulants sent by Father J.J. Mullon.
II-4-e A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
1832 Nov. 7
(Flaget), Benedict Joseph, Bishop of Bardstown
Bardstown, Kentucky
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator
of Cincinnati, Ohio
News of Fenwick's death arrived while flaget was visiting diocese - Expresses his admiration for him - As to the administrator if Fenwick made Rese Vicar General then he is in law the administrator, especially because of secret conversations and Fenwick's expectancy of death - Rese should receive letter from "Malles des Belges" on Flaget's diocese. Adds "subsigillo" that Father Ganilh asks to return to the college as Spanish professor - Some think that Father S.H. Montgomery deserves secularization. Goes to Louisville Friday and from there to visit the state of Indiana.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo. (French)
1832 Nov. 9
Richard, Father
St. Etienne, (France)
to Father (Benedict?) Richard
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Richard, a nephew, has received his uncle's last letter and also the one entrusted to Father Jury. Richard is aware that his uncle labors in a field filled with stones and thorns but it is the same in his homeland. They enjoy a certain tranquility which they owe to the force of Catholicism which has the protection of Louis Philippe's government. He has written in other letters how much work there is at St. Etienne and especially at St. Mary's. He gave news of his uncle to his family. (Fathers?) Ronchou and St. Jean send their respects.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1832 Nov. 12
Tichitoli, (C.M.), Father J(oseph)
(Donaldsonville, Louisiana)
to (Father John Timon, C.M.?
Barrens, Missouri)
Tichitoli has received (Timon's) letter through Timon's brother0in-law, Mr. Douglass. They arrived here eight days ago in good health, but in alarm for the cholera had begun in New Orleans. Timon's sister especially was frightened but tichitoli succeeded in calming her. At present tichitoli has placed them about two miles from here, in a pious family. They will write soon. Tichitoli spoke with Narcisse Landry and several others; they will all take a warm interest. The epidemic is not so violent in New Orleans now. At Donal(d)sonville there was but one case. Tichitoli wrote to Father (Joseph) Paquin, (C.M.) to make 350 intentions of masses to be acquitted by the priests at the Seminary. In case Paquin has not received the letter, Timon is to do it himself. When some come down for the business of the Seminary, tichitoli will arrange the affair and satisfy all he owes to the Seminary.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Nov. 13
Badin, Father Francis Vincent
Detroit, Michigan
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Is relieved to hear that Rese and Mullon have not succumbed to the cholera as was reported in Detroit. Is concerned that Rese has not answered questions concerning cases of conscience. Desires faculty for bination. Mentions Father Lostrie's intention of disposing of Richard's library - Complains of Lostrie.
P.S. A Jacob smith spreads news of Rese's death and burial in Detroit. He has letter for you from Father (Frederick) Baraga.
II-4-e A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo. (French)
1832 Nov. 13
Flaget, Benedict Joseph Bishop of
Bardstown
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator of
Cincinnati, Ohio
Flaget met a young German sent by Rese for the seminary and a companion. Both speak only German, never Latin - If satisfactory Flaget wants the companion for the German parish near Louisville. Wants Rese to come to Louisville for the examinations - Wants to meet Rese about Fenwick's successor - The Dominicans and the Leopoldine Association.
II-4-e A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 8vo.
1832 Nov. 16
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
If Timon had seen their city at the time of the arrival and departure of Mr. Maddock, he would not be surprised that they did not think to send Timon the prospectus. Mr. Taylor brought them some weeks ago. Father (Philip) Borgna. (C.M.) was to have sent them from Ste. Genevieve where he went at the beginning of this week; at least he sent them to Father (Francis) Cellini, (C.M.). (Rosati) is leaving in a few hours for Vincennes where he is to meet Bishop (Benedict Joseph) Flaget; he will do all he can to induce Flaget to take the route through St. Louis. (Rosati) will be back in ten days. Timon's brother has been very ill with the cholera, his sister lost a negress and (Rosati's household) lost their old Lydy.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Nov. 22
Tichitoli, C.M., Father J(oseph)
(Donaldsonville, Louisiana)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Barrens, Missouri
Except a few negroes attacked by the epidemic, all have been well. Some say also that strangers can safely visit New Orleans now. Timon's brother-in-law and sister are still with a particular family but both seem of a very weak constitution. They could not recover here in a climate milder than St. Louis but Tichitoli does not know how they can establish themselves here. Tichitoli first thought Mr. Doug(la)s might have a little store and at the same time work at his trade but he is almost destitute of money. They have no house furniture. Board and lodging cannot be found for less than $40 a month for both. If they lived by themselves, her weak state of health would make a servant necessary and this would be not less that $15 a month. As for his trade, there is another one, a Creole. People are used to buying on credit and very cheaply, their saddles and bridles coming from the North. Tichitoli has too many debts to advance them anything. Perhaps some of Timon's rich parishioners will. Tichitoli will speak to all the Landrys. Tichitoli will also write to Father (Louis) Moni; he is so good, perhaps he can arrange all.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Nov. 23
Nesbitt, John B.
Clermont, (Mississippi)
to (Father Anthony Blanc)
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Blanc's) letter of the 15th came and Nesbitt hastens to acknowledge his gratification at the prospect of their congregation again being taken within the pale of the Church, for he feared that it had been proscribed. He respects (Bishop Leon de Neckere) but knows that he can be imposed upon and their repeated request for a priest has been denied. The elders of the church at Natchez can do without a priest better than the rising generation who are subjects of illusion, being trained by Presbyterian educators. He asks that the priest recommended visit them as soon as convenient; the priest will call on John Ahern of Natchez who is their treasure.
P.S. He asks that his scrawl be excused as he is in very bad health.
V-4-d A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Nov. 29
Tichitoli, C.M., Father J(oseph)
(Donaldsonville, Louisiana)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
Barrens, Missouri
This is his third letter to Timon regarding Mr. Douglas and his wife. Tichitoli gave a picture of their situation in his second letter. They are both improving in health, and still living in the house to which he first sent them. But Douglas has not yet found any suitable situation. Tichitoli wrote Father (Louis) Moni in New Orleans, whose answer he now awaits. He spoke to W(illia)m Duplessis, a gentleman of great influence in New Orleans that he might interest himself. Both will exert themselves on that account and tichitoli is sure they will be advantageously established there. As soon as Douglas acquires capital he might return here and go on by himself, keeping a little store. His trade of saddler would not afford him enough to live on as there is already a Creole (in that trade).
P.S. The little village and parish have no cases of cholera.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Nov. 30
(De Neckere, C.M.), Bishop Leo (Raymond)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Timon's letter of last month was received. It will probably not be in (De Neckere)'s power to send at once the $100 for Masses but he will endeavor to forward it in two or three parcels. He now sends 40 Masses. New Orleans has been severely visited but except for a few cases, it has subsided. All their Sisters of Charity have been sick with the cholera or yellow fever. They thank Providence for having spared all their priests.
P.S.(D Neckere) has sent the $40 through the Bank of the United) S(tates) to Father (Peter J.) Verhaegen, (S.J.), president of St. Louis College.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.
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1832 Dec. 1
Pedicini, C(arolo) M., Cardinal Prefect
Rome, (Papal States)
to Father Frederick Rese
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
Pedicini acknowledges Rese's letter of Feb. 16. He has deferred answering until he could ascertain from the Papal Nuncio at Vienna the status of the allocation of the Leopoldine Association. The Nuncio informs him that the Association has set aside 114,000 francs for the bishops of Cincinnati, Bardstown, St. Louis, and Charleston and the coadjutor of Philadelphia, of which the bishop of Cincinnati is to be the distributor. On the receipt of this information the Sacred Congregation has issued a letter of treat praise for the Association. Father Paul Cullen will take care of Rese's request of books at the first opportunity. The Sacred Congregation has received the news of the death of Bishop (Edward Dominic) Fenwick and will provide a successor as soon as possible, relying in the meantime on the prudence of Rese, for the good of religion. Gaetano Matrucci signs as assistant to the Secretary, no. 4.
III-2-g L.S. (Italian) 1p. 8vo.
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1832 Dec. 1
Tichitoli, Father Joseph
Donaldson, La.
to Father Frederick Rese, Administrator
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Thanks God for the cessation of the epidemic at Cincinnati. Mentions the terrible scourge of Cholera Morbus at New Orleans, and the consequent piety that it installed into the people of that city. In his town of Donaldson, the people were put under the protection of the Sacred Heart, with remarkable results. Mentions not having heard of the epidemic of cholera that appeared in Milan (Italy). Says that hail has somewhat spoiled the sugar crop. The building of a seminary is progressing. Safe to visit New Orleans now.
II-4-e A.L.S. (Italian) 2pp. 8vo.
1832 Dec. 2
Badin, Francis Vincent, Father
Detroit, Michigan
to Father Frederick Rese,
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Speaks of his embarrassment when obliged to communicate one of Rese's messages to Father Lostrie. In future desires Rese to communicate directly - Says Richard turned over to him all monies before death - Not as much as was expected - Gives detailed financial report including debts incurred by law suits - Available money should go not to the diocese but to friends who lose by that law suit - Mentions many persons including Father Frederick Baraga, Miss. Liquette and Joseph Campeau, father Francois (Hatscher), and Green Bay - Advises Rese to come to Detroit - Father (Louis) DeSeilles at Detroit - Father Stephen Badin has arranged a treaty for an orphanage - Priests here propose interdict for Father Kelley.
P.S. Thanks Rese for faculties received. Wants Kenrick's treatise on Baptism - Mentions another letter and note.
II-4-e A.L.S. 3pp. 4to. (French)
1832 Dec. 5
Chaffraix, Elina
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Permission to baptize) the little son of Susanna, born December 5, 1832.
V-4-d A. Note S. (French) 2pp. 32mo.
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1832 Dec. 15
Dupont-Poursat, Bishop Peter
Coutances, (France)
Bishop John Charles Richard Dancel, superior of the seminary, presents John Stephen Blin of Champrepur, a cleric, for minor orders. Signed by Manger as vicar-general and Lequesne Blotill(?) as secretary.
V-4-d Printed form S. (Latin) 1p. 4to.
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1832 Dec. 19
Dufour, Father L.
(Convent, Louisiana?)
The bearer of this is the same young man whom Dufour took as sacristan; he has lived here since then with the regularity Dufour expected of him. Dufour thinks he will make a good philosopher and theologian. He asked Dufour to consult Rousselon in order to make a definite decision; his age of 22 makes it necessary to decide. Dufour has never been so busy; two priests were not sufficient when one had charge of the convent and the other the parish but Dufour has been obliged to go from one to the other. Last week he spent 19 hours in the confessional and next week will be the same in preparing for Christmas. He wishes the Bishop (Leon de Neckere) to know that one pastor cannot take care of the needs. The bishop was there and saw and heard all but went away without taking a definite side.
1. Before Dufour's installation the saints(?) of the parish had been warned against him; he does not know why; he is a man without religion, they say. This comes from Father (Mr.?) Legendre(?). Why doesn't the bishop see this and why doesn't he mention St. Michael? He has asked Father (John F.?) Cambiaso, (S.J.?) a hundred times whom he could send to St. Michael.
2. Seeing the state of temporal things and the bishop not wanting to take anything upon himself, Dufour has done as he did at Plaquemine and informed the people of the state of the church and presbytery. Some said the trustees had taken over everything and never rendered an account; Father Abadie (J. Francis Abbadie, S.J.?) and others took away everything, said others. The president of the trustees came to see Dufour three times. Dufour told him
1. that the bishops of the United States had decreed in council that ecclesiastical goods are owned in the name of the bishop;
2. that the church and presbytery were thus in the name of their archbishop;
3. that the neighboring lands and administered outside church law;
4. Dufour wants to bring all these things together. Dufour tells this so the bishop will know where he stands. The abbe told him that Mr. Benjamin Webe from the other side told him he could never have confidence in Dufour because it was at his house it was said, "If you talk against the Jesuits, be on your guard." However Mrs. Webe introduced herself after Mass and said Mr. Webe would come also before Christmas. What does Rousselon think of all this and of a vicar who has such a passion to be a pastor. Rousselon had better talk to the sacristan; he will tell naively what he thinks and knows of the pastor and vicar. He asks Rousselon to beg the bishop to put an end to all this. After 30 years in the ministry Dufour will not be shipwrecked at a place like St. Michael.
P.S. He has no choir or sacristan.
V-4-d A.L.S. (French) 5pp. 4to.
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1832 Dec. 18
(Rosati, C.M.), Bishop Joseph
Ste. Genevieve, (M(iss)o(uri)
to Father John Timon (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
Bishop (Benedict Joseph) Flaget persuaded (Rosati) to accompany him to Bardstown on a very important affair. Father (Francis Xavier) Dahmen (C.M.)'s health demands some change and (Rosati) ordered him to accompany him. (Rosati) wrote to Father (Peter Paul) Lefevere to come to St. Louis to take Dahmen's place until their return but he may have gone to Salt river and in that case he asks Timon to go at least twice to Ste. Genevieve. Father (Robert A.) Abell got into a controversy with a Methodist minister called Pence, the same one who was at Barrens. Abell triumphed but the minister has said he would be back in four weeks to answer. Timon must be there at that time. Flaget is sorely afflicted. He has had news of the death of Father (Charles J. Cecil) Cissel, a young priest of 28 and of the fatal sickness of Father Linus Coom(e)s.
IV-3-i A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1832 Dec. 19
Young, Nicholas D., Father
Lancaster, Ohio
to Father Frederick Rese - Administrator
Cincinnati, Ohio
Received letter as he was staring for Columbus - Sorry to hear of the proposed return of Ignatius - Wants Rese to get him a job or otherwise take care of him there or in Wheeling - Hopes weather will permit Mr. White to transfer the body of Bishop Fenwick - Discusses the Reohoboth (Perry County) Church - Soon will be opened - Want faculty for blessing - Had heard that Flaget has resigned in favor of Chabrat. A former priest Crowley is causing trouble - Father O'Leary sick - Father Constantine Pise named chaplain of the Senate.
II-4-e A.L.S. 4p. 8vo.
1832 Dec. 22
Pedicini, C(arolo) M., Cardinal Prefect
Rome (Papal States)
to father Frederick Rese
Cincinnati, Ohio
During the vacancy of the see of Cincinnati so that rese, acting as Vicar Capitular, will not lack the proper faculties to perform his office, the Holy Father has deigned to concede to him all the powers exercised by the deceased Bishop (Edward Dominic) Fenwick, except those which he had by reason of his episcopal character. Pedicini conveys this word by the proper rescript. C(astruccio Castracane) signs as secretary. no. 5.
III-2-g L.S. (Italian) 1p. 8vo.
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1832 Dec. 26
Peirce, Isaac B.
Trenton, (New York)
to (Orestes A. Brownson)
(Walpole, New Hampshire)
He answered the letter of Abel Bellones and Samuel Grant but directed it to Walpole, Mass. instead of Walpole, New Hampshire. Brownson will no doubt be in Boston and can bring him Miss Carter's translation of Epictetus. He also wants Brownson to bring him a bundle of books which Rev. Barrett has. He is glad of Brownson's prospect of a settlement in so pleasant a place that he is in.
I-3-e A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
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1832 Dec. 27
Verhaegen, S.J., Father P(eter) J.
St. Louis, (Missouri)
to Father (John) Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens, Missouri)
Verhaegen received, a few days ago, from Bishop (Leo Raymond) DeNeckere, (C,M,) $40 for Timon. Will Timon inform him how he desires the money to be forwarded? All is quiet here, even Br(other) Peck. This reverend Postmaster of gracious memory received so many rubbings of late, that it is believed he feels quite sick of his past struggle against "the Knight of the Shears," as he called him. Br(other) Lee is also asleep; so they have fair days and fair play at present. Verhaegen received a letter from Belgium last week; it is commonly believed that next spring the Hollanders will recommence hostilities. May they be well lashed! He sends his respects to Father Tornatore, Father Odin, and Timon's colleagues.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 1p. 4to.
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1832 Dec. 31
Daugherty, R.
(Cape Girardeau, Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), Missouri
His sufferings continue nearly as much as before; temptations are extremely violent. He has at times ambitious visions. He has thought he was going through the military decrees as a general; at other times he walked like a sailor. He wants the Church through Timon to interfere and stop it. He has thought at times that he was acting as a priest and at other times as a bishop. He has thought at times that there was anticipated a division of the Catholic Church. If there is, he has no part in it and will consider himself as belonging to the old Church and not to the new. He would not alter one item of the Catholic faith of Church rules.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. folio
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1832 Dec. 31
Stephenson, Elizabeth
Cape Girardeau, (Missouri)
to Father John Timon, (C.M.)
(Barrens), M(iss)o(uri)
By the request of (R.) Daugherty's parents and her own wishes she addresses Timon. They wish Timon to come if possible. Daugherty's father-in-law and his wife are doing all they can to ruin him in property and in mind. Timon has it in his power to arouse Daugherty and make him sensible of his duty to himself and his business. He seems to care nothing about the world except his children whom he says he will have, let it be on what terms he can. If Timon cannot come shortly, his advice would be of infinite service to Daugherty and soothe his diseased mind. He lives a mile in the s(w)amp all alone and will not have company. Twice he has been found in a fit. Stephenson would be glad if Timon or any of the Fathers would come to preach while she is here. Eloisa wishes to be remembered in Timon's prayers Elizabeth's health is better than when last she saw Timon.
IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. folio
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