Hillaire, Father É(mile)
Royville, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Julien Lachauné and Cecile Leblanc seek a dispensation from the third degree of consanguinity. (Genealogical chart).
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 1
McKey, Mother Angela J(oseph)
Grand Rapids, Mich(iga)n
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere)
(Detroit, Michigan)
Father (Thomas) Brady insists that he desires to give the religious habit and white veil to the two young Sisters (of the Sisters of St. Bridget) but sister Angela told him that only the bishop should do so. Brady then attempted to suspend her from all duties. She will give in to Brady if Lefevere says so. Brady did not tell anything that happened in Detroit but that Lefevere scolded him.
III-2-j A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 1
Menard, Father Ch(arle)s M.
Thibodaux, (Louisiana)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He awaits with great impatience Rousselon's reply to his second letter in regard to the seminarian, Benjamin De Mers. He has had occasion to examine him and to discover that he knows Latin. He is studious and appears decided to continue his studies despite all the obstacles. He begs for a reply as de Mers can remain only for a few more days. Their solemnities are over; great numbers at the church and numerous communions. Only the affairs of the world leave a little to be desired. Their pews are rented - $700 cheaper than last year. The financial need is extraordinary is extraordinary.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 1
Mittelbronn, Father (Francis)
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He seeks a dispensation for the marriage of an infidel and a Catholic - George H. Miller and Carmelite Barthelemi. Also a dispensation from two banns. The marriage should take place on the 9th.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 1
O'Shea, P(atrick)
New York, (New York)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
O'Shea sent to the publishers for the quota of the April number of The Review but delivery was refused because of his unpaid account. He does not believe Brownson gave any such order so he writes to inform him of the action taken by his publishers. He does not intend to send for any April numbers until he hears from Brownson, so he will be thankful for an early reply.
I-4-a A.L.S. 2pp. 16to.
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1861 Apr 1
Putnam, Edw(ard)
Northwhitefield, M(ain)e
to (Orestes A.) Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Putnam asks Brownson to return the unpublished article.
P.S. When he wrote the article he had forgotten Brownson's sentiments, expressed in an article on the essays of Donoso Cortes; therefore he is not surprised that Brownson has not published his article. It is time Brownson took steps to perpetuate the Review. The new contributor, Henry F. Brownson is a good prospect. Putnam trusts Brownson will not be drawn into controversy with a certain dignitary at whom a passage in a late article seems to be directed. He hopes such advice will not seem presumptuous.
I-4-A A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 1
Fitzgerald, Father Edward M.
Columbus, Ohio
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
The Easter Collection amounted to $219.15 of which he remits $200. The remainder he is keeping to defray expenses of bringing some children to the orphanage next week.
II-5-a A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 2
Andrieu, C.M., Father A(nthony)
Donaldsonville, (Louisiana)
To Father S(tephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
A young man wishes to marry as soon as possible in order to go to Natchez under the orders of an entrepreneur who presses him. It is his only reason for wanting a dispensation from the publication of the banns. They are Michael Kelly and Mary King.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 2
Elder, William Henry, Bishop of Natches
Jackson, Mississippi
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
If it is not too late he asks Rousselon to apologize for him to the exiled Bishop from Mexico. He did not know they had come until about 2 weeks ago and then he understood they had departed again. Only last night after his arrival at (Jackson) did he learn from Father (Francis) Pont that probably they were still at (New Orleans). Had he known of their arrival he would have gone if possible to meet them and he would do so even now if it would serve to alleviate their affliction. Pont tells him that they intend leaving New Orleans after Easter but if they should remain longer he hopes they will visit Natchez and accept his hospitality.
VI-2-d A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 2
Gaudet, O.M.I., Father A(ugustine)
Brownsville, (Texas)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He thanks (Rousselon) for the services which he rendered their young (Oblates of Mary Immaculate) who arrived at Brownsville on Monday at 1:30 P.M. He also thanks him for taking care of their allotment from the Propagation of the Faith and authorizes him to join it to the small deposit they have with P. Rotchford.
P.S. He has explained to their procurator general in France about the manner in which he should see that the money reaches him. Although it is easy for him to do it himself he fears that the procurator general forgets all the observations which he has made for the past four years.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 3
Flanagan, Father J.(D,)
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
To Father S(tephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He seeks a dispensation from the three publications of the banns for James English and Ellen Collins. Father D(aniel Houlahan) Houlihan has a license and promised to obtain a dispensation for today but he has gone to Mobile and said nothing about it - and everything is prepared.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (Latin) 1p. 16mo.
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(1861 Apr 3)
Vigonet, Father E(leazar)
(St. Michael's, Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The paschal lamb from St. Michael's will be at the wharf at Iberville tomorrow. (Rousselon) could send someone to look for it late in the evening or early Friday.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 4
Chatenay, Father (Esprit)
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
To Father (Stephen) Rousselon
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell) whom he has known for a long time wrote to Rousselon on his behalf to ask for a place in the diocese of New Orleans. The reply has not come up to (Purcell's) expectations and even less to his own. He thought that Rousselon could come up with something a little advantageous for him since he has served in Haiti. His motives for going there were praiseworthy and those for leaving were even more so. It is not that (Purcell) wishes him to leave - he will always have a place in (Purcell's) heart and a room in his palace, nor does he present himself a desperate man who does not know what to do. He wishes only to be useful to the Church. He would never leave Cincinnati if he could speak English.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 4
Gonnard, Father J(ohn)
(Washington, Texas)
To Bishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
(Odin's) valedictory epistle found them all in good health but grieved at losing so good a Father. Upon receiving the news he hastened to (Galveston) for some words of encouragement as he was in great need of them, but he was too late. He took to his mission after one or two days in Galveston. Two previous letters have transmitted to his superiors his present disposition to follow an active life. His duty of obedience made him embrace with eagerness the task of instructing children. He needs authorization to change the field of his labor. He met Mother Felicitas in Galveston and it is at her request that he writes. She and her orphans pray for (Odin). He is sure she will do much good in Texas. (Odin) knows how long he has spent himself for the sake of orphans. Although he can no longer confine himself with them, he is not ashamed to beg for them nor to speak publicly or privately in their behalf. Thus he offered himself to Mother Felicitas. He is so much a Franciscan as she since he has been admitted to the Third Order of St. Francis. On his visit to Galveston he was advised to make no residence anywhere, but as traveling agreed so well with his health, to travel for some time. There are many orphans in Texas, few to undertake the task, and only very limited means. Mother (Felicitas) wishes to change the seat of here exertions and thinks of locating in Houston or there about but she sets a good deal of importance to (Odin's) advice. Her present location is too remote and too unfavorable. He wishes only to do the Will of God.
VI-2-d A.L.S. 8pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 4
McKey, Mother Angela J(oseph)
Grand Rapids, Mich(iga)n
to Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefev(e)re
Detroit, (Michigan)
Lefevere's favor reached her last evening. Father T(homas) Brady is determined to give the religious habit to the two young Sisters (of St. Bridget) on Sunday morning. A visit just now by Lefevere would expose him to insults. Brady is very good in getting people to their Paschal duty and preparing the children for Communion next Sunday. When she objected to Brady giving the habit, he replied that doing so would be the means of inducing people to get them a home.
III-2-j A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 4
Meline, J(ames) F.
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
To (Orestes A.) Brownson
(Boston, Massachusetts)
Among the many testimonials of sympathy that he has received lately was a letter from Bishop (Josue M.) Y(oung)< a copy of which he encloses for Brownson. It appears that the calm and dignified Dr. (James H.) Thornwell has been under Brownson's treatment. The Bishop speaks out directly. He is a straight forward man and means everything he says. He trusts that Brownson has received the pamphlet Meline sent him.
Enclosure:
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1861 Apr 2
(Young, Bishop Josue M.)
Erie, (Pennsylvania)
To (James F. Meline)
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
Young was waiting to see the Catholic Telegraph before seconding (Meline's) patriotic motive. He received the pamphlet yesterday and is grieved at the course of the Telegraph. Fear of losing his labor stopped his addressing them a note of remonstrance. The editors reason falsely that, since they do not like the man, his arguments are not plausible. One editor has been completely humiliated by (Meline). When thirty years ago Young was connected with the Telegraph, Father Brute reproved them for commending Protestant preachers. Were he alive he would be indignant at the praise given Doctor Thornwell (cf. Brownson, 1848, page 452). His book against Popery and his pamphlet are both unworthy of praise by theologians and logicians. Young requests that (Meline) make no public uses of this testimony without consulting him.
(Marked "Copy"; incomplete).
I-4-a A.L.S., A.L. (Copy Incomplete) 12mo. & 8vo.
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1861 Apr 4
White, Ellen G.
New York, (New York)
To (Orestes A.) Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
She encloses a letter from her aunt, Sister (M.) Teresa (White, V.H.M.) of Georgetown Convent, concerning a contributor to Brownson's Review. Her aunt is a warm admirer of Brownson and the Review. Ellen enjoyed very much her visit with the Brownsons. She fears Sarah (M.? Brownson) has not received her letters since she has not acknowledged them when she writes. She asks the return of Sister Teresa's letter when Brownson has read it.
P.S. After writing the above she was taken ill and this morning found that the letter had not been sent. She is not certain when Jenny will come to Elizabeth.
A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.
Enclosure:
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(1861) (Apr.)
(White, V.H.M., Sister M. Teresa
Georgetown, D.C.)
To (Ellen G. White
New York, New York)
Father W(illiam) J(ames) B(arry) seems wholly under the impression that the (Visitation) Sisters in Wheeling are alone in their efforts to cultivate literary tastes in their pupils. If Sister (Teresa) were not a nun she would write a contradiction to the article. While Catholics are wrong in supposing that a Catholic college is a fountain of knowledge, Catholic colleges are not vacant of knowledge. In points of solid knowledge Catholic schools equal Protestant fashionable schools, and in cultivating literary tastes both are deficient. She wonders why W.J.B. does not appreciate the Catholic schools usefulness and if he considers as nothing the morals taught in Catholic schools, which certainly equal those permitted, if not taught, in Protestant schools. Catholic schools have been valuable making personal friends of prominent men through the education of their children. Sister Gertrude was probably the nun referred to in the article as the one who "quoted poetry through interstices of her gratin" and finally abandoned her vocation. This would never have happened if Sister had read only what obedience had directed her to.
April 2. It is Sister Teresa's birthday. She is going on forty years old. It was either Father (John W.) Brummer or Barry who wrote the article. She supposes it was Barry. In expressing her views so freely she was not contradicting the priest but explaining that the writer had made a mistake in some things. When she speaks of the good Catholic institutions do Catholicity by making friends, it is because questions sometimes come up in high places when it is well that the Pilates of the Council have convent educated wives and daughters to send them word "to let those just persons be." The wife of the present governor of Ohio (William Dennison, Jr.) was educated (at Georgetown).
P.S. Brownson has proved himself true gold. She has just been reading the April number and likes it very much. She read Henry Brownson's article on Father (Xavier de) Ravignan, (S.J.) to some of the children in recreation. She admired and laughed heartily at the independent feeling of superiority which can afford to have its faults pointed out, manifested in Brownson's review of (Jedediah V. Huntington's) "Rosemary." She wants Nell to give every word of this message to Sarah and to tell her to inform W.J.B. of his exaggerations and mistakes. As for their pupils not knowing Victor Emmanuel or Garibaldi, they themselves recently raised this question. Their Jesuit confessor's (Father Joseph Bixio, S.J.) brother is a general in Garibaldi's army and they began to wonder if General Bixio was excommunicated.
I-4-a A.L. (Incomplete) 16pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 5
(Lefevere), Peter Paul, Bishop of Zela
Detroit, Michigan
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
The offices of Holy Week prevented him from answering sooner. He is glad that Purcell wrote a very severe letter to Father (Hugh) Quigley. Purcell requests Lefevere to obtain from all the places where Quigley has been, facts which will set his character in its true light. Lefevere knows that all the prelates in whose diocese he has been are very glad of having got rid of him and all are afraid of his lying and slanderous tongue. Lefevere sends a letter Quigley wrote to the Bishop of Covington on the mere suspicion that the bishop had informed Lefevere against Quigley. He sends also one from Father (J ) Hennessey, dated Grand Rapids where Lefevere had sent him to quell disturbances caused by Quigley. These letters will give Purcell a faint idea of the wickedness of this man. In relation to that law suit which Purcell inquires after, Lefevere can only say that he won it.
II-5-a A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 5
Luers, Bishop J(ohn) H(enry)
Fort Wayne, (Indiana)
To Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefev(e)re
Detroit, (Michigan)
Father (Alexander) Martin desires to be admitted to fort Wayne Diocese asking for Lefevere's recommendation. Luers invites Lefevere to go to the council at Cincinnati, by way of Fort Wayne. Leaving in the morning he should arrive at Fort Wayne at 5 P.M. Having seen the city and rested, Luers would accompany Lefevere to Cincinnati. Luers surmises that Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell) will insist upon a Co- adjutor this time, and Luers presumes it will be Father (Sylvester H.) Rosecrans.
III-2-j A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 6
Cauvin, Father D. André
(Terre Aux Boeufs, Louisiana)
to Father S(tephen) Rousselon
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Last Monday, April 1, six trustees were chosen for the church and he need not tell Rousselon that everything has been violence and deception. It is useless to deal with such an administration which will destroy the little faith that remains there and lead the true Catholics astray. The surest and most expeditious thing would be to close the church. The least reproach that can be made to the new members is that they are atheists, deists, or Protestants and have never appeared in the church. Next Tuesday he hopes to come to see Rousselon.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 6
Rouillé
Rome, (Italy)
To Bishop (John Mary Odin
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He did not write sooner to congratulate (Odin) on his nomination to the Archdiocese of New Orleans because Archbishop (Cajetan) Bedini had told him of it confidentially. However, now Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) will transmit the desire of the Holy Father to (Odin). The church in New Orleans will find a most virtuous, most flashing, and most devoted pastor. The people have more need than ever of such pastors as Cardinal (Alexander) Barnabo told him not so long ago. He prays for (Odin) with all his heart.
N.B. He wonders if (Odin's) journal is still published and to what new address he ought to send his letters. If (Odin) has any commissions to be taken care of at Rome, he will always be at his service.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 6
McCloskey, Father W(illia)m, Rector, American College
(Rome, Italy)
To Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
Father (Francis J.) Pabisch thought that Purcell was going to pay a visit to the Holy Land and requests McCloskey to suggest his desire of accompanying him. Pabisch showed McCloskey Purcell's letter in reference to urging the appointment of Bishop (William Henry) Elder to New Orleans. But McCloskey has resolved not to interfere in such matters as he has enough to do at the college without bringing down on his head the thunder of the bishops. He wonders what got into Mr. Barry. In Rome there are occasional panics caused by the withdrawal of the troops. The Holy Father fainted in the Sistine Monday morning. McCloskey fears that the Union is broken forever. Goff's leaving the seminary did not surprise McCloskey.
P.S. No day was named for the Sisters for gaining the indulgence. On Holy Thursday Father Birmingham was one of the Apostles and served by the Pope. Father Stanislaus Buteux of Natchez told him that Bishop (Thaddeus) Amat was appointed to New Orleans.
II-5-a A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 8
Huntington, J(edediah) V.
Philadelphia, (Pennsylvania)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Huntington thanks Brownson for the second notice of "Rosemary." He answers Henry Brownson's questions on the case of the "de" in French names. His health is better but he is not entirely well. He is well pleased with the April number of the Review.
I-4-A A.L.S. 2pp. 10mo.
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1861 Apr 8
Mina, Father Ve. M(odest)e
(Bonnet Carre, Louisiana)
To Father S(tephen) Rousselon
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He seeks a dispensation from the second degree of consanguinity for John Fréjus Schennayder and Marie Zoe Haydel.
P.S. Father (Peter M.) Lacour should come to (New Orleans) next week with $50, the product of the Christmas and Easter collections for the diocesan seminary.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Apr 9
Mittelbronn, Father (Francis)
Pointe Coupée, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (F.) Marion will give Rousselon the proceeds of the Easter collection - $65.50. Marion has finally decided to reside at Chenal and must buy many objects to decorate the church. He asks Rousselon to do a few small things for (Marion) in order to encourage him. Marion should also seek permission for Mittelbronn to bless the church and the bell and asks for a seminarian to serve as sub-deacon.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 10
DeNeve, Father J(ohn)
Louvain, (Belgium)
To Bishop P(eter) P(aul) Lefevere
Detroit, (Michigan)
February 21, DeNeve sent Father (John) Cappon a draft for 190 francs which he credited to Lefevere. DeNeve's last letter of March 21 had a draft for 100 francs to Father (Charles) Ryckaert. He acknowledges receipt of a second draft for 1560. The joint letter of Lefevere and Bishop (Martin John) Spalding will be sent this week to Rome. It would be extremely useful to say a word on the need of priests in their diocese when Lefevere writes directly to (Cardinal Alexander) Barnabo. He could write a little about what the missionaries from Louvain have done there. Everyone blames DeNeve for not publicizing the success of their students in the missions, but he is at a loss for communications. Two of DeNeve's friends have spoken to Barnabo who wants nothing but a few details. Is Father (Peter) Hennaert still living? If he did not love him, he would not suffer from his silence.
III-2-j A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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(18)61 Apr 10
Grignon, Father M(athurin) F.
Natchez, (Mississippi)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The bearer, Father (Charles P.) Heuzé is on his way to Pass Christian to give Father (Peter) Holton an opportunity to recuperate after his illness. They are all well. Bishop (William Henry) Elder has just returned from his trip to Sulphur Springs, Jackson, and Vicksburg.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 16mo.
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1861 Apr 10
McCloskey, Geo(rge)
New York, (New York)
To (Orestes A.) Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
He copies an extract from a letter received from his brother, Father William G. McCloskey, in Rome. His brother, although believing the articles in the last October number were not prudent, defended Brownson. The Cardinal suggested he write to Brownson with friendly advice but he writes to his brother since he does not know Brownson. Father McCloskey thought this would please Brownson in showing that at Rome the storm is over.
I-4-A A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 10
(Odin, C.M), Bishop J(ohn) M(ary)
Galveston, (Texas)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father ( ) Martin, en route to Ireland, will present himself to (Rousselon) for the enclosed letter. (Rousselon) has already seen good Father (Claude M.) Dubuis, (C.M.) whose bad health grieves him. He has great need of Dubuis and hopes that the voyages will do him good. He begged Dubuis to seek the money which he will need from (Rousselon). Martin will arrive on the 11th. He left yesterday by the Mexico.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 11
Barry, (Rev.) W(illia)m Ja(me)s, Mt. St. Mary's of the West
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Barry asks Brownson's advice on furthering the education of the clergy, and thinks a book in the form of a novel would be the best method. It would be the most tender way of touching old sores which every Catholic knows exist. Since he has taken Bishop Quinlan's place as Rector of the Seminary the subject of clerical education has been close to him. The clergy lacks depth of thought and height of love, so that when Catholicity spreads it fails to take deep root. The seminarians are ordained too young. Many of the foreign inmates of the Seminaries are destined for the altar through the blind ambition not of themselves, but of their parents. They look at the good without regarding the necessary work. A preservative against dissipation and idleness is a love of literature and he has tried to instill this taste in the Seminary in Cincinnati. He sent Brownson last February an essay on "Avignon and the Schism." In this essay fears were expressed as to the practicability, during the Avignon residence, of a United Kingdom of Italy because of the practical demoralization of Italian populations caused by the misgovernment of the centuries. Spain is an instance of the rejuvenescence of a decrepit nation, but the causes of Spain's political resurrection do not exist for Italy. The essay was written with a view to the present influence of French politics on ecclesiastical affairs. He wished to show that French interference has always been evil. He will send two more articles when finished. His remarks on the state of the clergy and his novel are confidential.
I-4-A A.L.S. 4pp. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 11
Hecker, Father Isaac T.
New York
to Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell)
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Hecker acknowledges Purcell's letter of the 6th and says that previous engagements will prevent his giving a Mission in Purcell's Cathedral this spring. He will be ready next fall. He asks if Purcell will stop in New York on his way to Europe and extends welcome to Purcell. Hecker asks Purcell to remember him to the Pope and Cardinal Barnabo in Rome. Father (Clarence) Walworth and the rest of the community wish to be remembered to Purcell.
P.S.: Letter address: Station E.
II-b-a A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 11
Loughlin, John, Bishop of
Brooklyn, (New York)
To Bishop (Francis P.) McFarland of
Hartford, (Connecticut)
At the repeated request of Father John Brady he asks about the note of $500 of Bishop (Bernard) O'Reilly. His brother does not seem to intend to pay it. He thinks the money was for church purposes and he does not want to put it in the hands of a collector.
I-1-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 11
Spalding, M(artin) J., Bishop of Louisville
Louisville, (Kentucky)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cin(cinnati, Ohio)
He has already written out a sketch of the Pastoral touching on the points that Purcell suggested. The best way to treat such vile ranting as Meline's pamphlets is with sublime neglect. If a blow be struck at Charleston or Pickens, they will be compelled to go out of the union in less than three months. May God avert civil war and restrain such fanatics as Chase and Dennison. The new Abbot (Maria Benedict Berger) of Gethsemani is very averse to coming to the Council. Spalding is to install the abbot April 19. Bishop (Clement) Smyth of Dubuque has been invited to perform the ceremony. Spalding will be with Purcell on the Saturday before the 4th Sunday.
II-5-a A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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(18)61 Apr 13
Guinand, R.S.C., Sister A.
Natchitoches, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Several weeks ago she sent him by money order $100 for Peter's Pence, hoping thereby to aid (Pope Pius IX). She fears the letter has been lost and asks him to let her know if he has received it. If not and there is still time to send the said sum she will expedite a second money order.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 13
Legros, Father, Vicar General
Rouen, France
to Father (Stephen Rousselon)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He wishes a copy of the baptismal certificate of a child of his diocese, Rosalie Aimée Gilles, the daughter of Abraham Gilles and Marthe Edma (or Emma) who was born at P(a)incourtville near New Orleans, in one of the last months of 1850. She came to France without one and needs it for her first communion.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 13
Moutard, Father C(ornelius)
Jackson, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere)
(Detroit, Michigan)
Moutard encloses (no enclosure) a token of respect paid yo him by the Bishops of his place in the Republican paper of this city. He wrote to the Editor of The Pilot to let the people know that it that it was not he. He suggest Lefevere should send the article, "A Proud Congregation" to the place of origin. John Guignan, during Moutard's absence, took possession of the church lot, beautifully wooded, and cut up the trees for fence posts to enclose the lot, annexing it to an adjoining lot of one of his congregation. Moutard must have the lot.
III-2-j A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 13
(St. Palais), Maurice de, Bishop of Vincennes
Vincennes, Indiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
It has been so long that he had the pleasure of seeing Purcell that he will be happy to pass some days with him for the council. He wrote to the Superior of the Benedictine Fathers to remind him to be at the council. The Superior is preparing for a trip to Europe. De St. Palais told him to send his substitute if he is unable to come himself.
II-5-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo. (French)
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1861 Apr 14
Clerouin, Father (Victor)
Bruly Landing, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen) Rousselon
N(ew) O(rleans), Louisiana
Tomorrow he is to celebrate a marriage where there exists an impediment of consanguinity in the third degree. Despite the three publications he was not able to advise Rousselon of it sooner. However in virtue of the powers given him by the late Archbishop (Anthony Blanc) he believes he is able to give the dispensation.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 4tp.
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1861 Apr 14
Spalding, M(artin) J., Bishop of
Louisville, (Kentucky)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Spalding accepts Purcell's invitation to stop at his house. He does not wish to stay with seculars though he appreciates Mr. and Mrs. Springer's kindness. He will try to arrange the blessing of the new abbot (Benedict Borger) at Cincinnati on the Feast of Apostles, May 1, during the Council. He has written Bishop (Clement) Smyth to perform the ceremony. Spalding will start for Lebanon in the morning. The Bishops of Guadalaxava and Luis Potosi passed through Louisville with three priests on last Thursday, en route for New York. They were traveling with a wealthy Mexican family and could not remain. Letters will reach Spalding at Gethsemani, New Haven P.O.
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1861 Apr 16
(Elder), William Henry, Bishop of
Natchez, (Mississippi)
To Father (Francis Xavier) Leray
(Vicksburg, Mississippi)
The news of real, formidable war interferes with his engagements. For the advance which he promised towards the Sisters' building he relied upon his allotment from the Propagation (of the Faith) but with the war, especially on the sea, he cannot tell when, or if, it will be received. He also relied on a loan from a man who will now probably join the army and want to leave his money available for his family. Until he makes further inquiries Leray should suspend making any contacts based upon his offer.
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1861 Apr 16
Meredith, Mrs. Miriam
St. Louis, (Missouri)
To Orestes A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
She hopes Brownson will pardon the liberty she takes in writing. Being a convert she has had some experience of the trials to which fervent converts are subject, as a consequence of their free birth and over-free principles. Lucifer has used all his art in his attempts to make God's affairs unsuccessful and to force Brownson to err. Before conversion, the Cross was for her a glorious and honorable emblem, signifying no pain, or denial. Blinded by passion, we are too apt to substitute vices for virtues. Our true honor and freedom consists not our will but that of God. We should submit not to God alone but also to his representatives on earth, and the most noble way to do this is in imitation of the example He left us. She hopes Brownson will not fail in his work. Although women are not fit for the office of counselor, they can often assist others. Therefore, she tells Brownson that he is now in great danger of offending God, both in h is soul and his actions. It is her duty both to warn him and to entreat him to return from the devious paths on which he is wandering. He should have less pride and more mortification and should retract publicly all he has said that has been displeasing to God. His views are subordinate to those of his superiors. Heaven is not promised to cowards so we must not act like children.
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1861 Apr 17
Andrieu, C..M., Father (Anthony)
Donaldson(ville, Louisiana)
To Father S(tephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He seeks a dispensation from the publication of the banns for the marriage of Jean Desnoux to Ger(trude) Gaudin, marrying for the second time at an advanced age and willing to pay the fee for the dispensation.
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1861 Apr 17
Hewit, H.S.
New York (New York)
To (Orestes a.) Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Hewit sends nine dollars for three subscriptions to the Review for Father Thomas Synnott. He asks the question, should he send the money to Brownson or to the publishers?
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1861 Apr 17
Venissat, Father C(ypria)n, St. Philomena's
(Thibodaux, Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He again asks for a dispensation from the third degree of consanguinity for Firmin Aucoin and Rosema Aucoin. He is occupied having the church covered but must proceed slowly for lack of funds. He believes that in a limited time it will have a good enough appearance.
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1861 Apr 19
Emmanuel, Father (Maria)
Gethsemani, (Kentucky)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He has received the check of $30 for the 66 Masses. Their abbot, Father (Maria Benedict Benoit) was confirmed today by Bishop (Martin J.) Spalding and will be consecrated early next month.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 1p. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 19
Henni, John M., Bishop of Milwaukee
Milwaukee, (Wisconsin)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Father (Henry) Tappert had been in Wisconsin for several years, at first with some success. He has some excellent traits but his morose temperament made him almost entirely unfit to head a congregation. Henni could not trust him with a mission. Tappert sought the Trappists but left months ago. Patrick Goff has asked for permission to enter Henni's seminary; he seems to state candidly the trouble for which he was dismissed from Purcell's seminary. Henni would not receive him until he heard more about his studies and character. Henni asks Purcell's advice.
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(18)61 Apr 19
Theves, Father A(nthony)
Malone, (New York)
To Father (Stephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
It is in Rousselon's power as administrator to relieve him of a good deal of pain and anxiety by doing him justice in his complaints about his church at New Iberia, the enlargement of which was paid for with his own money. Not having received a cent from the abominable inhabitants, he complained to Archbishop (Anthony) Blanc who would have done him justice if he had not died. He asks Rousselon to inform Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.) about the reimbursement which he demands and also to keep him up to date on his life interest. He reminds him that he had still received nothing for his silver candlesticks at New Iberia.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 20
McCloskey, Father W(illia)m, American College
Rome, (Italy)
To Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
He was laboring under a mistake when he wrote that Bishop (Thaddeus) Amat was appointed to New Orleans. He took what Father Stanislaus Buteux spoke of as a rumor from the States as a declaration of the Cardinal. Today one of the Lazarist Fathers informed him that the Bulls had already been sent to Bishop (John M.) Odin. The Holy Father consecrated a bishop for the newly converted Bulgarians. Father (Francis J.) Pabisch is pressing forward his studies preparatory to his departure in the fall. All speak well of the new secretary of the Propaganda, Monsignor Cappalti. The new bishop of Viterbo anticipates an uncomfortable berth of it, so near the Sardinian lines. McCloskey thinks reunion of the Southern Confederacy is impossible. What a miserable knot to tie just as the States might have been the arbiters of Europe. They are looking for the new American minister who is to succeed Mr. (John P.) Stockton. McCloskey has been told that his mother or his wife is a Catholic. Mr. Richter is studying hard and enjoys good health. Young Mr. (Robert) Seton leaves tomorrow to visit his Father.
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1861 Apr 20
St. Cyr, H. de
Nice, France
to Bishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.)
Galveston, (Texas)
He thanks Odin for his long letter of March 12. Mrs. de St. Cyr's health improves. They are all and deeply enchanted with the country. This area knows more poverty than any other country he has visited. In spite of business misfortunes he continues to give to the poor and to needy members of his family one fourth of his expenditures hoping that everything will be arranged in America so that he will be able to give more. He has not forgotten the church at Galveston. He is chagrined that his pew was not paid for although it was part of his instructions as was his subscription of $700 payable $100 per month from January 1, 1961. Considering the difficulties of the times, he asks Odin to defer payment until January 1, 1862. He plans to spend the winter of 1862 at Galveston in order to settle his affairs, and he asks Odin for hospitality. Mrs. de St. Cyr would like to come but their children cannot be left without their mother. After having prayed for the restoration of Mr. ( ) Jarner's(?) health, he now prays that God will have mercy on his soul. He never believed there would be a Civil War and now he believes it less than ever: the people have such great qualities, Catholicism prospers and develops more than anywhere else in the world, and God, in his mercy, will avert this terrible scourge. The actual financial crisis is produced by too much cotton, by the failure of the grain harvest which necessitates the exportation of cash, and by the construction of the railroad which should also require some money. However, there is nothing to fear for the future as equilibrium will be restored soon. Mr. ( ) Wegmann feared for a time that he would have to sacrifice some of de St. Cyr's property, but he himself was never seriously worried because with the assets which he has on hand Wegmann can always find some money and he is sure that if Wegmann finds himself in a delicate situation Odin will advise him. He conveys to Odin the humble respects of his wife and niece.
P.S. He asks Odin to convey his respects to Fathers Chambodut and Anstaett, and his greeting to (James P.) Nash, (Thomas?) Smith, (J.B.) Jordan, Mrs. Green, Miss Sarah, and everybody who asks about them.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 8vo.
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1861 Apr 21
(McCloskey), Father William
Rome, (Italy)
To (Elizabeth Seton) Miss Lizzie
(Cragdon, New York)
He will not look after an apology for not writing sooner in reply to her letters. He would like to go over with Robert (Seton) and spend two or three weeks among his old friends at Cragdon. He would amuse (Elizabeth) by telling her all of the amusing things he has seen in Rome. She is to ask Emily (Seton) if she was at the American Ministry the evening of February 22 and if she saw (McCloskey) there. Robert will tell her all the news of politics. Robert and Emily went to see the King and Queen of Naples this afternoon. Robert thinks he is not well, but there is not a stronger constitution in the College. Still it will give him a longer vacation and the pleasure of seeing his Father and (Elizabeth) and William (Seton 4), and to run down to the old Mountain. Addie probably writes now and again. Isabel (Seton) is well; they get on famously. He wonders how Nellie (Helen Seton) gets on with Madame Davidoff. She must make Robert go to see Susie Green for she will want to know all about Emily and Rome, and the Pope. (Monsignor Seton adds a note on the back of the letter saying that) McCloskey was rector of the American College in which Robert was a student; Isabella, his youngest sister was a pupil of Sacred Heart Academy in Rome.
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1861 Apr 21
Spalding, M(artin) J., Bishop of
Louisville, (Kentucky)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
The arrangements to bless the new Abbot (Benedict Berger) in Cincinnati cannot be carried out because there is a new one and Bishop (Clement) Smyth has not replied to Spalding's letter. He says the Kentucky is at present in favor of peace. He sympathizes with Baltimore clergy. He believes he will have to change what he has written in the Pastoral concerning the political crisis. He will be up to see Purcell on Saturday morning.
P.S. Since writing the above letter, he has read the last Catholic Telegraph and is pained to see how the Catholics in Ohio have fallen in with Black republicans favoring Civil War with the South.
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1861 Apr 22
De Montalembert, Ch)arles)
Paris, (France)
To (Orestes A.) Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Montalembert is ill and over done with fatigue but he is grateful for Brownson's notice of "The Monks of the West" in the April number of the Review. The situation in Italy is alarming; he encloses a letter he wrote to Cavour, prime minister of Victor Emmanuel II. Granted even that a united Italy and a secularized Popedom are to be wished for or not to be prevented, no honest Christian could approve of the frightful means used to bring about results. The Church should never have tied her fortunes with any particular political party; now She is feeling the ill results for having done so. The ultra-Catholic papers have done great harm by constantly asserting that the Pope said in his recent allocution that there is an incompatibility between the Church and Modern Society. The French clergy are not, as a body, profound thinkers and hence the foolish and dangerous notions advocated in L'Monde and in L'Univers go unchallenged. He was delighted with Brownson's article on "The Pope and the Emperor." It will help not only infidels but also Catholics.
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1861 Apr 22
Follot, Father Francis C.
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He seeks a dispensation for the marriage of first cousins next Thursday.
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1861 Apr 23
Eldus, Sr., Thomas S.
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon) A. Roussillon
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
He encloses a check on the Citizens Bank for $25 by request of Madame (Amelie?) Jouve, (R.S.H.), superioress of the Convent at Grand Coteau, for alms.
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1861 Apr 23
(Lefevere), Peter Paul, Bishop of Zela
Detroit, Michigan
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
He sends some additional letters which will give light on the vicious character of Father (Hugh) Quigley who boasts that he bought his diploma of Doctor for $60 from the faculty of the Sapientia in Rome. Word has been received that Bishop (Frederic) Baraga has started afoot from Lake Superior on his way to the Council and was taken very sick at Thunder Bay in Lake Huron. Lefevere thinks the council ought to be postponed until times are better. Perhaps even the government might take umbrage at such a gathering of bishops and priests at this time.
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1861 Apr 24
McKey, Mother Angela J(oseph)
Grand Rapids, Mich(iga)n
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere)
(Detroit, Michigan)
They (Sisters of St. Bridget) have read over the Rules, and found very little need be changed; a few things cannot be observed however. Pupils resent the monitor system of discipline; some spiritual exercises must be shifted as to time. Catharine Higgins, 30 years old, from Buffalo, possessing sufficient money for necessaries, wishes to be received on trial. Two young girls whom Father (Thomas) Brady put a dress on are not doing so well, protesting that he is their only superior; this protest appears among members of the parish to the extent of threatening to withdraw their support. The girls protested that the bishop had forbidden them to teach catechism in the church, Mother Angela corrected them by telling them the bishop's prohibition concerned only secular societies or sodalities and going out at night.
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1861 Apr 24
(Odin, C.M.), J(ohn) M(ary), Bishop of
Galveston, (Texas)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Last Thursday he received the bulls sent by Archbishop (Francis Patrick Kenrick) of Baltimore and it is impossible to express the consternation into which they have thrown him. He has been unable to eat or sleep. For three days he has vainly sought to resign himself. The profound conviction of his incapacity to bear such a heavy burden causes a terror which he cannot overcome. On Monday, he wrote to (Kenrick) to tell him all these things. He cannot make any decision until he receives his reply.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1861 Apr 25
(Bourget), Ig(natius), Bishop of
Montreal, (Canada)
To (Bishop Francis P. McFarland of
Hartford, Connecticut)
Printed circular. He encloses a letter of Cardinal (Alexandre) Barnabo on the wine of the Mass. He suggests that special precautions be taken in preparing the wine for the Mass, mentioning the approved merchants. Also the hosts should be carefully made. He warns them against using music from operas or profane songs in the church. He tells them to do their duty in the elections. He recommends a new book "Conseiller de Peuple." He speaks of the new persecutions of the Church in Europe and outlines the pastoral visit. These opportunities for visits are listed on the next page. He also encloses instructions governing the episcopal visit.
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1861 Apr 25
Clerouin, Father (Victor)
Bruly Landing, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon)
New Orleans, L(ouisian)a
Louis Bernard and Augustine Allain are the persons for whom he requested the last dispensation from the third degree of consanguinity. When the new Archbishop arrives he will visit (Rousselon) and give him $20 for the seminary.
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1861 Apr 25
Gaudet, O.M.I., Father A(ugustine)
Brownsville, (Texas)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
The (Oblates of Mary Immaculate) newly arrived from France, brought to Brownsville part of the money given them at Marseilles for their house. They are not able to work on their establishment and because of the troubles it is not prudent to keep the money there. Thus, Bishop (Joannes Francisco de Paula) Verea will give him $1000 to be remitted to P. Rotchford.
P.S. Verea has charged him to tell (Rousselon) that as soon as he learns of the arrival of the "Arizona" which carries this letter and Verea he should go to (Thomas Layton's) Léthon where Verea is to stop.
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1861 Apr 25
Heyden, Thomas
Bedford, P(ennsylvani)a
to Henry Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
Heyden has been a subscriber to the Review since it was started; the small amount of money he sent was a token of his appreciation for all Orestes Brownson has done for the Church in America. He is sorry to hear that Brownson's eyesight is failing--" those eyes that have so long and so well watched over the interest of Catholicity in this country."
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1861 Apr 26
(Jacquemet), Bishop (Antonius Matthaeus) Alexander
Nantes, France
to Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father Francis Berthaud, a priest originally from Nantes, has just returned to the parish of his birth after having served for some time in New Orleans and, if he does not deceive himself, as deputy pastor of the principal parish of (New Orleans). He gives reasons of health for his return to France and the Bishop wishes to know if they are genuine. Berthaud has real ability and could render appreciable services during his stay at Nantes.
VI-2-d A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1861 Apr 27
Elder, William Henry, Bishop of
Natchez, (Mississippi)
To Father S(tephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
He sends his warmest congratulations. If there is to be any ceremony at the reception of Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.) he would be glad to assist. He wonders if it would not be well to invite Bishop (John) Quinlan who is so near and also if perhaps Bishop (Augustus) Martin could come since the river is high.
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1861 Apr 27
Follot, Father Francis C.
Plaquemine, (Louisiana)
to Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He begs pardon for having been so distracted that he forgot to send the names of the parties to the marriage. They are Roselius Orillion, legitimate son of Rosamond Orillion and Antoinette Blake, and Mathilde Dupuy, legitimate daughter of Joseph Dupuy and Cerasine Orillion. Their church is finished but they still owe $8,000. For a long time he has tried to get ( ) Hebert, the Secretary and Treasurer of the administrators, to raise the money but he is so slow and almost so indolent that he does nothing. He announced the renting of the pews would be at Easter. Several of the administrators suggested renting the first twenty for a term of twenty years at $5.00 each, but the deed of donation specifies that they should be rented for only one year and that the revenue should be for the subsistence of the priest. He agreed to try to obtain diocesan approval of renting them for five years at $5.00. At the time of the renting, everything went badly and Mr. Hebert was only able to obtain eleven names for the twenty pews. Finally he announced that the sale would definitely take place on April 21. The agent for the church, having himself a right to $4,000 under the construction contract, consented to take $2,000 each year for the next five years. Then, following the advice of Michael Schlatre, who thought that it would be illegal to rent the pews for more than one year, he placed the first twenty on sale for one year. However Michael Schlatre, Jr. and Michael Schlatre, Sr. were the only ones to give their $100. If he lets the agent have the money for the pews, he does not know how he will meet his expenses. He asks (Rousselon) for advice. In a previous letter he asked permission to erect the Stations of the Cross but he has received no reply.
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1861 Apr 27
Marion, Father F.M.
Pointe Coupée, Louisiana
to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell
Cincinnati, Ohio
He was very happy to receive Purcell's letter. He has been sent as cure in a rather bad parish and as he is young he has much to do and much to fear. He asks Purcell to send him his case addressed to Father Rousselon. As to the 29 piastres he will write later on that subject. He just learned that Bishop (John M.) Odin will be the Archbishop of New Orleans. He thanks Purcell fore his goodness towards him.
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1861 Apr 27
Outendirck, Father J.
New Iberia, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
There is no road to Texas from New Iberia. The first practicable route is at Lafayette at Father (E.J.) Foltier's. It is well traveled as far as Princ(e)ton, Texas. The second is at Opelousas and goes to the Sabine. It is said that there are houses from time to time along both routes but the gentlemen would be obliged to rent a carriage either at Lafayette or at Opelousas. However, he is told that the boats go to Galveston daily and it seems to him that this would be much more convenient and less expensive.
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1861 Apr 28
Gergaud, Father L(ouis)
Monroe, L(ouisian)a
to Father (Stephen) Rousselon
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
When he visited Bishop (Augustus) Martin at the beginning of the month, Martin told him that as soon as he arrived in New Orleans he would send him a letter and a money order for $300 payable by Rousselon on the funds belonging to Martin. By now Martin should have returned to Natchitoches but he has received neither the letter nor the money order. If Rousselon has the money, he asks him to give it to M.M. Quartier Janet and Co. and to have them transmit it to J. Frank Pargoud who will bring it to him.
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1861 Apr 28
Whelan, Father David
Summersville, (Alabama)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Whelan acknowledges Purcell's letter of the 19th. He says that conditions are becoming more complicated due to the war. Baltimore is determined not to allow Northern troops to pass through her limits without being aware that she is still a free city. Purcell's council was to have met yesterday. The Baltimore Council will probably be postponed. Whelan sends his regards to Miss Ann, the girls, and John, and Sister Martha sends her love to Miss Ann. There have been six conversions in Mobile, Alabama since the last month. The war is hindering the progress of the Catholic schools and the ones at Georgetown and Washington are sure to close. Whelan would like to have copies of Mr. McLeod's pamphlet. Whelan is afraid the war will prevent the Bishop (John Quinlan) from visiting Purcell this summer. The Bishop has been on visitation of his diocese for the last four weeks. Whelan asks to be remembered to fathers Collins and Edward and the rest and sends his regards to several friends in the city.
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1861 Apr 29
Foltier, Father E.J.
Vermillionville, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He seeks a dispensation from the third degree of consanguinity for Lisée Léger and Colastie Simon. He wishes to know if the pastor of Abbeville, Father (Jean Arthur Poyet), who came to (Vermillionville) to marry (Joseph Emil) Bernard, a Catholic, and (Cordelia Florentina) foreman, an infidel, obtained a dispensation. (Poyet) also married the sister of Colastie Simon to her first cousin, both of whom are of his parish, because he demanded he ordinary fee. It would be best for (Poyet) to stay in his own parish and not to come to D. Pellerni's, a carouser of the first order, to play cards all night and to hold his own against the drunks at Lafayette. Furthermore, he neither demands nor speaks of Confession before marrying. He does not say he is better than (Poyet) but at least he does not trouble his neighbors either by scandals or injurious remarks.
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