Ahern, Father Michael Mary
Portsmouth, Ohio
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Ahern has decided to send for the Sisters. It will be difficult to accommodate them. At present he wants a school house. He cannot find a suitable building for one that the congregation could pay for. He asks now if he may use the church if necessary for a school-room.
II-5-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 1
Andres, Father Fr(ancis)
Columbus, (Ohio)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Andres says that last week there was a mission in Coshocton. It was given by Father H. Fehlings. Andres took care of Fehlings' congregation. Andres now asks Purcell for another place as he cannot get his support at Coshocton. He is going in debt living there. He asks if he might have Canal-Dover. There he would have time also to study theology and science.
II-5-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 1
B.J.
Natchez, (Mississippi)
to J(ames) A(lphonsus) McMaster
New York, (New York)
J.B. encloses a communication to McMaster to inform him of the correct story of recent events in Natchez. McMaster will undoubtedly view the action of the military authorities as a great outrage and Bishop (William H. Elder) as a much injured man. The whole Church is more or less affected and interested in the matter. He tells McMaster to make whatever use of it he deems advisable but not to make known the identity of its author. J.B. realizes these are dangerous times and he is not so unreasonable as to expect McMaster to publish the document. His only object in writing is to furnish data and points on which he can comment. The Bishop himself is suffering in the vindication of the principles involved in this matter and this is of pressing consideration. He is most uncomfortably situated in a little country tavern and consequently is the object of curiosity and is forced to listen to vulgar conversations as may be expected from the type of people who patronize such a place. This is a real martyrdom for a man of the Bishop's habits and position and J.B. is worried over his health. He begs McMaster to use his influence with anyone who has favor in Washington. J.B. advises him to speak particularly to Mr. Kernan on the urgency of the case. Nothing will be left undone to influence the authorities against the Bishop. Thus it is imperative that something be done at once. Military pride and religious bigotry are already enlisted against him. J.B. leaves the matter in McMaster's hands.
I-1-m A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
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1864 Aug 2
Lefevere, Peter Paul, Bishop of Detroit
Detroit, (Michigan)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
This letter is to introduce the bearer, Father L(ouis) Barroux, a priest of the Detroit Diocese, who has for years attended an Indian mission in this Diocese. Barroux will explain to Purcell the object of his errand.
II-5-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 4
D'Homergue, Doctor Louis C.
New York, (New York)
To Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.)
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
Sister Mary Aid, (S.C.) will not return to New Orleans. This is unfortunate for Odin's project but Sister's health is such that the Superior has refused her permission to return. D'Homergue hopes they can continue to give asylum to the little innocents thrown on their charity. On their 17 day journey, they almost perished in a 5 day storm. He is now at a farmhouse 50 miles from the city. Yesterday he learned that new attempts for peace had been started at Niagara. News of the army is encouraging for the North. General (Ulysses S.) Grant is determined to take Petersburg and Richmond. General (William T.) Sherman is holding his position which places the Confederate Army at Atlanta in a precarious situation. Grant is permitting General (Robert E.) Lee to send his forces to Maryland in the hope that he will send a great number; then he will descend on Richmond and then marching around Washington, will intercept Lee who with 100,000 men will have to do battle. D'Homergue, with his family, tried to visit Emmitsburgh but the Confederates would not allow it. Bishop (Martin John) Spalding was consecrated Archbishop of Baltimore 4 days ago; Bishop (John) McCloskey will be installed as Archbishop of New York on August 21. D'Homergue hopes to present his respects in person to Odin toward the middle of next month.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 5
Blancgarin, Father Th(eophile)
W(est) B(aton) R(ouge, Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Joachim A.) Manorit(t)a came to see him. Blancgarin had him sing Sunday Mass the last day of July. Blancgarin, in the church in surplice and stole, saw a soldier come into the yard. He went up to him and asked what he wanted. In the meantime another soldier went toward Blancgarin's horse and when Blancgarin told him not to take it he hit Blancgarin and took the horse. The next day Blancgarin set out to recover his horse from the Confederate authorities. It was over a hundred miles and he did not return until Wednesday. Manorit(t)a, during his absence, was called to administer the Last Sacraments. On the way he was shot by a Federal soldier and wounded in the right side. It is not serious but Manorit(t)a will not be at his post on the appointed day.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 6
Schwarz, George
Vienna, (Austria)
To Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere)
(Detroit, Michigan)
Schwarz is pleased to send Lefevere's benevolent feelings for him. Many youthful recollections fill Schwarz's mind for the Detroit Diocese where as a stranger and youth from his native country he enjoyed consolation from his holy religion. As long as Schwarz is a member of the Direction of the Leopoldine Association in Vienna, all his influence will be directed to the American College in Louvain. Father (John) DeNeve's letter to him states that Lefevere intends to come to Europe, and asks if it would be advisable to come to Vienna. Schwarz thinks Lefevere should come as Lefevere would receive a couple of thousand florins from the Leopoldine Society. Schwarz hopes to be in Vienna if Lefevere comes, but he is usually with Mrs. Schwarz in the Baths from July until October. Schwarz promises to busy himself with the small Jouf(f)roy Foundation, the revenue of which is shared by Detroit and Cincinnati Diocese; the Papal Nuncio at Vienna is the administrator of the foundation. Even republics also fall into the most horrible civil wars, and not all evil exists in Europe alone.
III-2-k A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.
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1864 Aug 7
Winn, Patrick and others
Adrian, Mich(igan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul) Lefev(e)re
Detroit, Mich(igan)
The undersigned memorialists present a grievance for Lefevere's consideration. Their pastor, Father (Peter) Kindekens this morning announced from the altar that Lefevere had changed his mind about a new site for church and school and that an addition to what is left on the old site be built. Lefevere had given positive assurance this would not be done. For the last 10 years Catholics have been exposed to inclement weather and bad roads to get to the old site for worship. They are willing to move the old building and erect an addition and to provide a residence for a priest if the new site is used. Like their fellow Americans, they have done well in supporting the church and have never shown any insubordination. If Lefevere vetoes their plan, they will have no obligation in justice to sustain the pastor's efforts. (Signed by 69 persons).
III-2-k A.L.S. 4pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 8
Brandt, Charles C.A.
Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a
to Archbishop John Mary Odin, C.M.
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
With the approbation of Archbishops Spalding and Purcell and the consent of all the Bishops, Brandt, 16 years a Lutheran minister and since one year a convert with his large family, is publishing a Tableau containing the portraits of all the present prelates of the Catholic Church of America. Every prelate has sent his photograph. Brandt asked Odin through Mr. Lauerwald but is afraid the letter did not reach him. This Tableau will procure some funds for Brandt, his wife and six children. Archbishop Spalding and Bishop Wood are his references.
VI-2-h A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 8
Pinotti, Father Jos(eph) M.
Brookline, (Massachusetts)
To Bishop (Francis P.) McFarland
(of Hartford Providence, Rhode Island)
Miss Mary A. Watts an accomplished music teacher and organist, is taking up residence in Providence and at her request he introduces her. She is the only Catholic in her family.
I-1-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 9
(Brownson), Ned (Edward Patrick)
(Near Petersburg, Virginia)
To (Sarah Nicolina Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
He encloses a piece of the fuse which exploded the grand mine in front of Petersburg, (Virginia) on the 30th of July last. He tells her to observe that the fire of the fuse passed through the center of the "institution." He sends on $20.00 for his mother to take care of for him. He also encloses the photograph of a friend and the two letters. He wishes Sal or his mother would send him on some needles. Dela Kipling sent him a pin-cushion but not a needle book. Terry (Ned's servant) hunted all over Washington (D.C.) trying to find a dressing case similar to the one Sal had made for him but to no avail. He sent last night to Dick Kipling a commission as Second Lieutenant in a Pennsylvania Regiment. If Dick Kipling comes on, Sal can send a dressing case, tooth brush and shaving brush by him. Ned has been witness to two battles and under fire in both since his last letter to Sal. The fight at Deep Bottom (Virginia), north of the James River, was really only a skirmish but it might be called a battle without trouble. The assault of Petersburg (Virginia) was definitely a battle. On the latter occasion, Ned was "engaged" somewhat in the Julius Foy style that is their Corps was partly in reserve. In numbering his battles, Ned will count very seriously (#8) the fights of June 22nd in front of Petersburg (Virginia); (#9) the fight at Deep Bottom (Virginia) on July 27th; and (#10) the assault on Petersburg, Virginia, July 30th. He hopes eventually to be a soldier of a hundred fights. Ned just noticed General T.F. Meagher walking across the yard. Ned expects General Hancock's Court of Inquiry will kill Burnside. He also suspects that Burnside has written to Meade some "fierce" letter, not very official, and that Meade has got up a Celtic animosity so that there is a chance that the Second Corps will be rid of an infernal blunderer. Ned hopes Meade will sometime be ousted and then Hancock will take over. There is some suspicion that the Second and Fifth Corps with General Meade will join the Sixth Corps "up North," thus recruiting the old Potomac Army to fight the Rebs who are invading the "sacred soil of the Quakers." There is a little sorrow over the burning of Chambersburg, (Pennsylvania) there. Gettysburg (Pennsylvania) might be laid in ashes with even less grief. They are all still longing for a Maryland campaign. Down there in sterile, deserted Virginia it is wretched campaigning. It is not so in Maryland where there are pretty farms, farm houses and women folks. All night long the pickets fight. While Ned hears the burst of the muskets and the sharp whistle of the bullets. The guns fire incessantly. During the day the muskets are not heard. Now and then a cannon is fired. Cannons fire all night long at distant intervals but the shots come no where near the Second Corps. It is at least a mile or a mile and a half to the front line. The headquarters there are very pleasant. The heat is unbearable from 6 to 9 P.M. The nights are not very cool of late. Ned hopes they won't leave there before next month. They have just had a new addition to their staff Captain Dodd. Henry (Brownson) would have been brought there had it not been that General Hancock had promised this young man the place. Dodd is from Princeton (New Jersey) and knows Miss Coleman. Ned is kept busy mustering companies out of service. Ned feels as if he were going home instead of Sal. He has just heard from Orestes (A. Brownson, Jr.) who reports he is going to Dubuque (Iowa) to teach school. He sent his mother recently some letters he had received from Uncle and Sull. He wants Sal to see if she has any of his receipts for commissary stores for the last part of April and first of May. Ned believes that he had paid the Commissary $35.00 more than he can show to have done actually. He wishes that Sal would see Mrs. Dougherty. Ned is pleased to see that she came to see him while he was sick. Mrs. Dougherty calls Mrs. Gesner an inveterate talker but is at home now. He is doubtful about the value of General Fremont's stock. He thinks McClellan will run also. Ned wonders what his Father has to say of Davis and Wade's Manifesto. Ned believes this is a bothersome bill to Lincoln. Ned wishes Sal to inform Henry that he is going to give Col. Frank of the 39th N.Y. Volunteers a letter of recommendation or introduction to him and probably at the same time will send his pistol to him. Captain Deginer told Ned recently how he had been to New York, asked Henry if he was not Ned's brother, and then adjourned together with Henry for a drink. Ned sends his love to his mother.
I-5-i A.L.S. 8pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 8
(McCloskey), John, Archbishop of
New York, (New York)
To Bishop (Francis P.) McFarland (of Hartford
Providence, Rhode Island)
McCloskey wrote to McFarland some ten days ago about the seminary at Troy and to ask him to his installation on August 2. The meeting of the prelates will take place Monday, August 22, to recommend names for the vacant see of Albany. As he has received no reply he repeats the invitation. He asks him to accept the hospitality of the archiepiscopal house at 36th and Madison. That evening McCloskey goes to Fordham for a retreat to end on Assumption Day. The reply should be directed to Father (Francis) McNeirny.
I-1-b A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
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1864 Aug 9
Thomas, Dr. I( ) P.
Pembroke, Kentucky
to (James Alphonsus McMaster), Editor, Freeman's Journal
(New York, New York)
He gives a list of subscribers whose addresses are to be changed from Fairview, Kentucky to Pembroke, Kentucky. Previously they asked them sent to Fairview because of the lack of a post office at Pembroke. Now, however, they have a daily run to Pembroke. He does not know how his account stands, but he intends to read the Freeman as long as he can, or as long as it is allowed to issue from the press. He encloses $1.50 to have the Freeman sent to Helson H. Waters, Ferguson's Station, Kentucky. He would like to give McMaster some items for his paper from this bloody section but he cannot. He has not seen a medical journal since the war began and would appreciate it if McMaster would send him a prospectus of one worthy of the name.
I-1-m A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 10
Besson, Father
St. Chammond, (France)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Jules Bertholin, who will present this letter, is one of Besson's parishioners. He wishes to work in the foreign missions. Father Denavit asks (Odin) to admit him into the diocese. Besson's recommendation is based on that of one of Odin's former fellow students, once called "little Besson." and then at St. Irenaesus "big Besson" and who has been pastor at St. Chamond for 20 years.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 10
DeNeve, Father J(ohn)
Louvain,(Belgium)
To Bishop (Francis P.) McFarland (of Hartford)
Providence, (Rhode Island)
As Bishop (John Fitzpatrick) of Boston did not start on August 6 together with the professors of the seminary he did not like to send Father (Engene) [Eugene] Vygen alone. DeNeve does not know why the professors did not leave. He will send Vygen with two other gentlemen from the college on September 3. He asks McFarland to tell Father (Florimond) DeBruycker that he should not feel uneasy since Vygen has used his time well and has filled his trunks with church articles. The mission of Willimantic and Baltic will gain.
I-1-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 10
Megarey, Charles
New York, (New York)
To James A(lphonsus) McMaster
(New York, New York)
Believing that McMaster's paper should be helped by those who appreciate his untiring efforts in behalf of civil and religious liberty and the Constitution, as given to us by our forefathers, and believing that his own interest as well as public good will be promoted by continued publication of the Freeman's Journal, he sends $20 for 20 copies of the campaign paper. McMaster may send one to him at 15 Wall Street, and dispose of the others as he sees best for the good of the paper.
I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
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1864 Aug 10
Quinn, David
Clifton, ( )
To James (Alphonsus) McMaster
(New York, New York)
It occurred to him that Professor (Samuel F.B.) Morse of telegraph fame might be a suitable for their presidential candidate. McMaster probably knows him personally while Quinn does not. He asks McMaster's opinion.
I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 11
Fitzgerald, Father Edward
Columbus, (Ohio)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Fitzgerald says that since he started building the school-house, many people are offering money without interest to help him. He asks Purcell to please authorize him to receive such money because he has to pay cash for labor and materials and payment of subscriptions is very slow. (Purcell's note on back says he granted Fitzgerald permission according to his discretion and prudence).
II-5-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 11
Megary, Charles
New York, (New York)
To James A(lphonsus) McMaster
(New York, New York)
Judging by the extraordinary gathering of last night, the friends of McClellan seem to be more determined than ever to force this man upon us. McMaster should remind them that (Martin) Van Buren badly defeated General Cass in 1840 although he had hardly any vote outside of New York, and in 1860 Douglas found that he was helpless without the assistance of the "hard shells." Since Megarey is neither office holder or office seeker, he would rather vote for the devil himself than for McClellan.
I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.
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1864 Aug 12
(Angebault), Louis (William Lawrence), Bishop of
Angers, France
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He hastens to thank (Odin) for the 2000 francs sent in a draft on (Adolphe) Certes, treasurer of the Propagation of the Faith. He is happy to learn that the young people whom his diocese has given to (Odin) continue to give satisfaction and to give hope for the future.
VI-2-h L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 12
McNeirny, Father F(ranci)s
New York, (New York)
To Bishop (Francis P.) McFarland (of Hartford
Providence, Rhode Island)
McFarland's letter of the 10th has been received. Archbishop (John McCloskey) is on retreat at Fordham. Before leaving he received McFarland's letter from Burlington by way of Albany. Madison Avenue will serve all Bishops. He asks McFarland to mail his acceptance and go there from the depot.
I-1-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 12
(Pearce), Eulalia, Sister M., Mt. De Chantel
Wheeling, Virginia
to (Orestes A. Brownson)
( )
Sister Eulalia was made uneasy when Mrs. Dahlgren's letter informed her that Brownson was considering giving up his Review. Sister Eulalia implores him not to do so unless necessity forces his hand. She felt that the present time needed his articles badly. His articles are unequaled for power and clearness. In the attacks on the Church, those who carry the attack are openly disciples of the Devil. Sister Eulalia blames her brevity on the weakness resulting from her illness.
I-4-c A.L.S. 4pp. 16to.
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1864 Aug 13
(Brownson), Ned (Edward Patrick)
City Point, Virginia
to (Sarah Nicolina Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
He received Sal's letter of the 7th of August. He wrote a letter to her and sent it to Elizabeth. He expected Sal would be home by this time. Ned has left the vicinity of Petersburg, (Virginia) for the present and expects to go to Washington, (D.C.). He tells Sal to inform Mrs. Curtis in jest that he does not care for mince pie and cake but that he should like exceedingly to visit her. He wonders if Sal couldn't hint at Mrs. Curtis sending on by express any of her extra mince pies. He expects Sal to write him as soon as she gets to Elizabeth (New Jersey). They are all going to Washington or somewhere else. He has just heard that his brother Bill (Brownson) is dead.
I-5-i A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 14
Bayley, James Roosevelt, Bishop of Newark
Newark, (New Jersey)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Bayley says that he delayed answering Purcell's letter of the 17th because he hope to obtain some information n the subject which Purcell wrote him about. He called twice at St. Peter's to see Father ( ) Quinn, who received Miss (Margaretta) Fox into the church, in order to learn the required information in regard to the Misses Fox. Since Bayley has reconciled to the church a Catholic a Catholic lady who was a medium. She could throw light on the matter but she is now in Mexico and will be gone until next winter. Thus Bayley has been unable to obtain information for Purcell. The delusion has made large inroads among the Catholics in these parts. The general belief is that a Catholic, by exerting his will against them, can break up all their articles. A Catholic doctor of Newark, a convert from Methodism, mixed himself up in the matter, lost his faith and died without the Sacraments. Two of Judge (John Worth) Edmonds' daughters became good Catholics. Another after having been baptized turned out to be a famous medium and left the Church. Bayley read Purcell's note to Father Weninger. Bayley's new Archbishop (John McCloskey) will be installed next Sunday. Bayley asks to be remembered to Countess de Castella when Purcell writes to her. He sends regards to Father Edward Purcell and Father Collins.
II-5-b A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 14
Lesne, Marie
Lyons, (France)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
A letter from Father (Philbert) Gutton dated July 8 has made her decide to ask (Odin's) charity for her unfortunate brother (James? Lesne). He has had an attack of apoplexy and paralysis and is in the hospital. Will he live a long time or will he succumb far from his mother, brothers and sisters. If only she dared ask (Odin) to visit him. Gutton told her mother that some aid had been given her brother on his inheritance . They want this to continue and if circumstances make his impossible she asks (Odin) to advance him some money. She asks (Odin) to write them about her brother.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 14
Sheridan, J.B.
Johnson's Isle, ( )
To J(ames) A(lphonsus) McMaster
(New York, New York)
Sheridan encloses a ring as a gift to McMaster. He claims that the tools used were such that it necessarily made the production a rough one. Nevertheless he hopes it is appreciated not for its intrinsic value but for its associations. Sheridan says it is from one who loves his friends and his country. He wishes to be informed if McMaster receives it and also if he would care to have him make a ring for McMaster's daughter or lady friend.
I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 16to.
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1864 Aug 14
Thoma, Father C.
Memphis, (Tennessee)
to Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received (Odin's) letter of June 10 with the requested certificate. (Odin) told him not to give the certificate to the bishop until arrangements had been made with his superiors. He has just received the dispensation from Paris. Now that all is in order he is pastor of the German congregation at Memphis, appointed by the Vicar General, Father (S.A.) Clarkson, (O.P.) of St. Peter's Church. Thoma is going to immediately begin the building of a church. The contract is already let as (Odin) will have seen by the Memphis-Bulletin. The corner stone is to be placed in about 3 weeks. Father (Joseph A.) Kelly, Administrator of Nashville, has been invited to perform the ceremony. The contract is made so that they pay what is done every two weeks and in case they lack money they will stop the work. He hopes to have the church in use for Christmas. Knowing that (Odin) is interested in this great enterprise, Thoma asks (Odin), Father Rousselon and Father Chalon for a contribution.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 1p. 4to.
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1864 Aug 15
Brownson, S(arah) H(ealy)
Elizabeth, N(ew) J(ersey)
To (Father) A(ugustine) F. Hewit
(New York City, New York)
Father Hewit's letter was received. Thanks were extended for the kind words in time of their affliction, i.e., the death of William Ignatius Brownson. Brownson hoped the Fathers would say Mass for the repose of his soul. All accounts of William proved he was strictly temperate. They are ignorant of his religious duties. She hoped he died in the state of grace. His future is left to the justice of God.
I-4-c A.L.S 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 (Aug 15)
(Elder), William Henry, Bishop os
Natchez, (Mississippi)
To Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
(Elder) thanks the Blessed virgin that he has been able to celebrate her Assumption at home in the Cathedral. On the 12th the General sent (Elder) a copy of a special order suffering him to return to Natchez until they could hear from Washington and suspending the original order of Colonel (Bernard G.) Farrar about prayers for the President, leaving each one at liberty to omit them if he pleases. At first (Elder's) impression was that sending him to Vidalia was for the purpose of not letting his refusal pass without some penalty. But the second paragraph is a rather severe condemnation of Farrar's original order of June 18. But he is home and thanks all who have been praying for him. This afternoon (Elder) begins the retreat for the Sisters of Charity.
VI-2-h A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 16
Campion, John
Philadelphia, P(ennsylvani)a
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster
(New York, New York)
In the last issue of the Freeman's Journal, McMaster admits that the advance in prices has affected the paper for the worse, and calls for the support of all who feel that the country needs the Journal. Campion wishes it were in circulation throughout the world. He encloses $5.00 for his subscription for one year and asks that the paper be sent to the Kilkenny Benevolent Trades' Society. Many of his friends at home in Ireland will be glad to get acquainted with McMaster and should have done so sooner.
I-1-m A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 16
Foley, Bartlett John
Washington, D(istrict of) C(olumbia)
To Archbishop John M(ary) Odin, (C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
As he has received some letters of importance for Father James Foley who became a priest a few years past in New Orleans he asks Odin to let him know his address. He belongs to Ireland, parish of Killorglin.
VI-2-h A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 16
Koopmans, Father P(eter)
Marshall, (Michigan)
To Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere)
(Detroit, Michigan)
Father Koopmans encloses the deed of the lot purchased for the Sisters (Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary). The house is not quite finished. The school will open September 2. He hopes Lefevere will provide special jurisdiction to absolve "those creatures." Koopmans writes Father (John) DeNeve to admit John McManus to the American College at Louvain. Among testimonials, etc. one from Lefevere is necessary as the bishop of origin. For company, Koopmans asks the address and sailing date of a theologian of Detroit who is also going to the American College. Koopmans asks Lefevere's prayers for Koopmans' brother, Charles (Koopmans), 26 years old, who died from over-exertion from caring for an extensive and barren land. He was buried in Scott, Kentucky, July 29.
III-2-k A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 16
Watson, W(illia)m S.
Suspension Bridge, N(ew) Y(ork)
To (James Alphonsus McMaster), Editor of the Freeman's Journal
(New York, New York)
He encloses $4 for four copies of the Journal for three months and lists names of subscribers. The Old Club will be discontinued when the time is up for which subscribed. They prize the Journal as the mariner does his compass. The government must be guided by the principles set out by McMaster or be lost forever. If the party unites in Chicago and nominates a true American, there may yet be a chance for the future of the country. Many in this section who supported Lincoln are in favor of a change, saying: "Any change would be a relief." It would be a damaging document against the Republicans if a list of those arrested and imprisoned for political offenses were published. They think McMaster is the man to issue such a list, for which clubs by the thousands will pay him in order that people may read of things that would make any person shudder. He asks that McMaster inform the people of the number now positively locked up in cells that are not fit for any occupant but rats merely because they think Lincoln's policy will ruin the country and destroy our liberties.
I-1-m A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 17
St. Cyr, H(yacinthe) de
Nice, (France)
To Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
St. Cyr confirms his last letter from Vichy as he received Odin's of June 29. He cannot resist replying right away as he has so much news to give of his family whom he knows Odin loves in memory of the saintly dead. He sends enclosed a letter for Bishop (Claude Marie) Dubuis hoping that Odin will have an opportunity to send it to Texas. Like Odin, St. Cyr hopes for peace but the pride of the North is so great. He believes in the final success of the South but while waiting, his feeble resources are running out. If the war goes on he has decided to go out again for service in 1865 and he would be very happy he was to learn that Mrs. McWillis is a Catholic. St. Cyr spent several days with Pauline at the home of her uncle, the Count de Maistre, in the Chateau of Montmorency. All the Montmorency fortune fell by marriage into the de Maistre family. What a man the old Marshal is. Odin is already known to them and if he returns to Europe he is not to forget them. St. Cyr's family is all together for the vacation. Charles and Galvy are children of predilection. Charles took three first prizes; Galvy three second prizes; and Alfred none, but he is only 7. Pauline gives him great consolation; she is a simple and good Christian, educated at Sacré Coeur, already loving her new family. She has an aunt who has been Superior at Sacré Coeur for 50 years and whom they will go to see this fall and they hope to visit La Salette. Mrs. St. Cyr is pregnant. Marie and Zoé who are at the convent of the Fidèles Compagnes de Jésus at Nice, whose superior is English, took prizes; especially Mary who is a very advanced child but proud.
(P.S.) St. Cyr counts on the peace to return to Texas, before that it is impossible.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 18
Purcell, J(ohn) B(aptist), Archbishop of
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Mr. and Mrs. Byrne will present this letter. Purcell is happy to hear (Odin) has recovered from his illness. Bishop (William Henry Elder) has informed Purcell of the wise advice (Odin) gave him. Purcell does not wonder at (Elder's) having had anxious hours on account of the sad war news. But hearts must remain forever united in Catholic faith and love. Bishop (Patrick Neeson) Lynch and Bishop (John Henry) Lüers were together in Rome last month. Bishop (James Frederick) Wood has been spending a week with Purcell; he is suffering a little from rheumatic gout. Purcell extends his greeting to (Odin's) clergy and to Messrs. Layton and Voorhes and the Good Shepherd sisters to whom he sends a picture, especially for his fellow travelers.
VI-2-h A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 18
Dwenger, (C.PP.S.), Father Joseph
Wapakoneta, (Ohio)
To Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Dwenger says he will meet Purcell Saturday morning the 27th at Piqua, then they will drive to Minster. He outlines their plan of travel from the 27th of August to September 2 with the services they will attend at Cappella, Philathea, Celina, Minster, Wapakoneta, Berlin, Newport, Greenville and Union. Father (Andrew) Kunkler asks Purcell to write to Dwenger whether this plan meets his wishes.
II-5-b A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 16
Hasson, James
Hilton Head, ( )
To (James Alphonsus) McMaster
(New York, New York)
He sends McMaster the Palmetto Herald, having a letter of his to General foster about a little restitution. He would like for McMaster to publish his letter and the General's reply. If he wishes to make some comments they would be appreciated. He uses the word "possible" supposition, not "positive" supposition. Does McMaster think Lincoln will be reelected?
I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 18
Laurent, (Rev.) P(hillip)
Muscatine, Iowa
to O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
A friend of Laurent, one Joseph Bogouard of Dijon, France, has sent Brownson a copy of a work he is publishing. It is entitled "des rapports de l'homme avec le demon." Bogouard has read the French translation of Brownson's Spirit-Rapper. Laurent wishes to know if Brownson has received Bogouard's work. It is creating a sensation in France. When completed it will be a "summa totius scientia diabolical."
I-4-C a.l.s. 2pp. 10mo.
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1864 Aug 20
Alleau, Father Th.
St. Brieuc, (France)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Alleau had not written since his arrival in France because he thought (Odin) was out of town. Alleau is installed at the seaside with the three boys he brought from New Orleans and three whom he already had at the college. A professor gives them lessons and they swim, work, and play. This is very good for their Creoles. Henri Boudousquié, after giving Alleau some anxiety, has gone to work on Caesar and Alleau is very satisfied with him now. Little Pèdre Brou is so wide awake; everyone admires his natural goodness. George Sullivan also gives much satisfaction. Today St. Charles College is finished; the health of the Superior, Father Rogerie, caused great anxiety but the rest during vacation did him much good. But it is America which occupies all of Alleau's thoughts. No one desires peace more than he does. No one in France understands the real meaning of this great question. There should be a pamphlet put out to clear it up. Alleau learns with pleasure that the little speech he made the eve of his departure was some consolation to the prisoners. If (Odin) wishes, it would be possible to collect large sums in France. No Bishop would refuse to let a collection be taken for the victims of the war; many have expressed their sympathy.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 20
(Brownson), Ned (Edward Patrick)
Deep Bottom, Virginia
to (Sarah Nicolina Brownson)
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
When he last wrote her he expected they were about to be shipped to Washington (D.C.). Instead they took boats only to Deep Bottom, Virginia some five miles from City Point, (Virginia). They steamed up about 10 P.M. He got no sleep that night. The next day it was roasting hot. The Union troops were moved out for an advance and fight and they had something of an engagement. Two days later they had a battle. Ned does not know whether it will be called the Battle of Newmarket (Virginia) or something else. General Hancock does not expose himself as much as formerly and his staff officers seldom get sent into danger. The staff sees too little of the battle anymore that Ned is extremely disgusted at it. He expresses his disgust with General Hancock. The Pennsylvanians are the most clannish of the men. Hancock is nothing intellectually. Ned feels that Hancock would make a worse president than Mr. Lincoln. Two nights before Hancock sent Ned down to City Point (Virginia) with important despatches for General Grant. These despatches were three Richmond (Virginia) papers of the day before. If Ned had not been able to get to a steamer he would have had to travel overland 15 miles each way with those newspapers. Fortunately a boat was sent up for him a fine river steamer in which Ned was the only passenger. On the 16thm Ned was at one time within six miles of Richmond (Virginia). It was the nearest Ned had ever been to the Confederate capitol. This was on the Charles City road. Their troops (The Second Corps) had to fall back from that position. Ned supposes they have been there only for a diversion. They had considerable of a fight on the 16th of August. At one time they were in the enemy's works but General Bring(?) who commanded part of the forces, suffered himself to be driven out. The Rebs fight full as well as the North and neither side fights as formerly in an open field. The day before yesterday Hancock sent in a flag of truce to bury the dead. They have a line of battle about 25 miles long from their position to Warren's. Twenty-five miles of troops are fronting the enemy. Grant is maneuvering now at a tremendous rate. Ned hopes he will succeed in taking Petersburg, (Virginia). They haven't troops enough at that place. If they had fifty thousand more at that place they could take Richmond. Ned doesn't think Fremont has a ghost of a chance of being elected and he hopes the Chicago Convention will nominate a good man to whom Fremont will resign and whom his Father (Orestes A. Brownson, Sr.) can support. He asks Sal to write him soon. He inquires if she has received his last letter with enclosed telegraph fuse, etc. He sends his love to his mother.
I-5-i A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 20
Durst, Father Aug(ust)
Eau Claire, (Wisconsin)
To Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere)
Detroit, (Michigan)
Durst reminds Lefevere of his July letter to obtain his exeat, either for a time for Milwaukee or definitely for that of Luxembourg. This request had remained unanswered, although Lefevere promised a decision after 6 months. That time is past and Durst has the honor of recalling Lefevere's promise.
III-2-k A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 21
Pabisch, F(rancis) J.
(Cincinnati, Ohio)
To (Archbishop John Baptist Purcell)
of (Cincinnati, Ohio)
Under the heading of "Decennial faculties," Pabisch quotes an extract (in Latin) on the dispensation from the impediment of consanguinity and affinity etc. to the effect that the dispensation always has a clause excluding raptus. He also quotes a passage from Abbe Gaulland's "Manuel des Dispenses" (in French) on the necessity of including conditions or expression in the use of faculties and indults in matrimonial cases. Pabisch notes also that the Archbishop of Freyburg in Badin, having been noticed to dispense without stating these attached conditions in 1860 the Holy Father imparted a revalidation.
II-5-6 A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 21
(Schorlemer), R.G.S., Sister Marie de Ste. Thérèse
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Father (Stephen Rousselon
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Since the paternal welcome (Rousselon) gave her three weeks ago, she has hoped that in view of her difficult position, he would come to see them. As the deposed superioress, (Sister Mary of St. Teresa of Jesus Raymont, R.G.S.) does not wish to leave, and Father (Henry) R(iordan) insists that since she has not been installed, Ste. Thérèse can make no changes, she has suffered much abuse. She asks (Rousselon) to come to advise her what to do until the return of Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.)
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 22
Heuzé, Father C(harles) P.
Vicksburg, (Mississippi)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He received, by chance, a copy of the letter that Bishop (William Henry) Elder wrote to Colonel (Bernard) Farrar. Heuzé hopes the small trouble he had in copying this long letter twice will give (Odin) some satisfaction. Perhaps the Superior of the Seminary would be glad to read it. Heuzé thinks it should be published as a small pamphlet. He does not know if arrangements have been made for this except that $10 has been sent to New York to have it published in the Metropolitan Record. If Elder or someone has not taken steps to have it printed at New Orleans, Heuzé would sacrifice what he could to contribute to the expenses of printing and have the pamphlet sold for the benefit of the orphans of Natchez. He figures that the Propagateur Catholique could perform this double service. Heuzé could contribute 20 or 25 piastres. Heuzé received a letter since Elder's return to Natchez which was a real triumph. Elder has gained the affection and sympathy of their hearts. They have not been bothered at Vicksburg. Mrs. Leroy of Vicksburg has accepted to be the bearer of all their dispatches.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 22
Onahan, W(illiam) J.
Chicago, (Illinois)
To (James Alphonsus) McMaster
(New York, New York)
The adv(ertisemen)t of the Seminary which Onahan had enclosed in his last letter to McMaster slipped out and still remains on his desk. He is attaching it to this letter. He likewise encloses a copy of the Resolutions really passed at a meeting in Springfield (Illinois) and also General Singleton's letter in relation to the course of the Times cor(responden)t. Troops are swarming into the city daily. It is estimated that there are 10,000 now in Chicago to guard the Confederate prisoners. He asks McMaster once more to come to Chicago.
I-1-m A.L.S. 1pp. 8vo.
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1864 Aug 22
St. Ambroise, (R.U.), Sister
Liberty, (Texas)
To Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
Sister asks Odin to address to Madame Chanon, (Madame A. Shannon, R.S.C.) at St. James, the letters addressed to them from France. Madame (Shannon) will send them to Grand Coteau and from there there are many safe ways to receive them. At last Father (John Claude) Neraz is definitely placed here with Father (J.) Champin and they will stay at Liberty. They have many boarders. In January or February Neraz will go to France to look for Sisters.
(P.S.) Eugénie Stanwood sends her respects; she was confirmed in their chapel on June 9by Bishop Dubuis.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 22
(Schorlemer), R.G.S., Sister de Ste. Thérèse
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
On her arrival, she was greatly disappointed not to find (Odin). Charged with the most difficult mission of their congregation (Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd), her only consolation was to be dependent on an Archbishop who was French and a religious. The three weeks she has spent here have made her see that the task is insupportable without (Odin's) help. Father (Henry Riordan) Roirdan uses (Odin's) absence as an excuse for not having the installation and claims that without it she can make no changes. Great abuses are being committed; the fortress lets huge amounts of provisions go out without telling her where or why. Eight large boxes of coffee went out a back door this morning after strict instructions had been given to the Sister Bursar yesterday on where she was to put them today. Hundreds of dollars are needed to pay the photographers who came twice to take the portrait of Sister Mary of St. Teresa (of Jesus Raymont, R.G.S.) of which dozens of copies were made. Their Mother General had formally made it evident that St. Teresa was to leave for another of their American houses as soon as (Schorlemer) arrived. St. Teresa objects to this as does (Riordan). If (Schorlemer) says their Provincial from St. Louis will be forced to come, (Riordan) says he will not talk to her. The former Superior and 2 Sisters lock themselves in her cell, even after (Schorlemer) told how inexorable Angers was about talking in the cells. (Schorlemer) begs (Odin) to make St. Teresa leave and to send a priest to install (Schorlemer) so that she can correct the grave infractions of the rule and vows.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 4pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 23
Purcell, J(ohn) B(aptist), Archbishop of
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
He asks (Odin) to have the enclosed bill of his sons' indebtedness presented to (Dr. Armand) Mercier. The seminary is greatly in need of the amount, $588.13. Having lately written by Mr. and Mrs. Byrne, Purcell sends respects. Also respects to Madame Rowe.
VI-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 32mo.
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1864 Aug 23
Wimmer, O.S.B., Father Boniface, St. Vincent's
(Latrobe, Pennsylvania)
To Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
Father ( ) Herrmann seems to have yielded to a temptation in applying for a place in Purcell's diocese. He has relatives in Cincinnati who persuaded him to make the step. At any rate Wimmer would not approve of it.
II-5-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 24
Berthet, Father Peter
St. Etienne, (France)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Due to the impossibility of writing to Bishop (Claude Marie) Dubuis, he calls on (Odin) for help. Before leaving Texas he had been promised return trip money by Dubuis and given a letter for Father Denavit at the Seminary in Lyons to receive the money for his trip and that of the subjects he was to bring with him. But on reading the letter Denavit found nothing about finances. Denavit will pay for the subjects for Texas but not for Berthet. Berthet appeals to (Odin). His family and friends want him to stay in France but Berthet wants to return.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 4to.
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1864 Aug 24
Mount, Father Rob(er)t
Southampton, (England)
To Archbishop (John Baptist Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio)
He thanks Purcell for the book which he sent him. He is glad of this opportunity of renewing his respectful feeling and sentiments towards Purcell.
II-5-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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(1864) (Aug 26)
Dispatch of General Hancock published in evening papers of Saturday. He says: "Captain Brownson of my staff was mortally wounded, dying during the night." This is Captain E.P. Brownson, son of Dr. Orestes A. Brownson of this city, (Elizabeth, N.J.). He was a young man of about twenty-one years of age, of fine talents, splendid appearance and a true patriot. He was severely wounded in the second day's conflict of the Army of the Potomac in its march towards Richmond (Virginia) last May and came home to recover from his wound. He returned to active service as soon as he could get away and before he was in a fit condition to do so. The result of this imprudent move is largely responsible for his death.
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1864 Aug 26
Purcell, J(ohn) B(aptist), Archbishop of
Cincinnati, (Ohio)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Father (Francis) Berthaud, formerly of New Orleans and now in New York, asks to be received into Purcell's diocese. He requests the information necessary or useful in Bertaud's regard.
VI-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 32mo.
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1864 Aug 26
Vallée, Father R(ené)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Having found an opportunity to come to New Orleans, he is getting some necessary things and making a retreat. He can say nothing about Father (Gilbert) Raymond who is a very good priest. But Vallée knows that (Odin's) plan was to place him in one of the chapels whenever he showed a desire for it. But in doing so it seems that Raymond would think that Vallée was complaining about him. He fears some difficulties if he leaves and goes to one of these chapels. He is ready to do as (Odin) wishes.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 3pp. 4to.
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1864 (Aug 27?)
Another excellent man was lost at the late battle of Reame's Station, Virginia on Tuesday, August 25, 1864 when Captain Edward P. Brownson of Hancock's staff was killed. Captain Brownson was the youngest son of Dr. O.A. Brownson, and was beloved by all who knew him. He entered the service on Fremont's staff in Western Virginia and has been with the Army of the Potomac ever since that General was relieved of command. He has been through several battles, having been wounded at the Battle of the Wilderness, and got a furlough to come home. He returned to active duty against the orders of his physician. His wound was not more than half healed but he was anxious to be with his men and share their perils. It was largely due to this anxiety to return that he lost his life. He graduated from Fordham College only two or three years ago. Several officers and men of the Irish Brigade and of other Brigades of the Second Corps speak of him in the highest terms. All admired him for his unassuming and gentle manners and gentlemanly conduct. Young Brownson was a good practical Catholic attending Mass every Sunday when Mass was said in any portion of that large army. His death is a sore blow to Dr. (Orestes A.) Brownson, whose health is very poor. Besides, it is only a few weeks ago since he heard of the death of another son in Nevada Territory, William I. Brownson, who, in jumping from a stage attached to a runaway team of horses, was killed almost instantly. Captain Brownson from boyhood conducted himself as a gentleman. May his soul rest in peace.
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1864 Aug 27
Murphy, S.J., Father W(illia)m S.
(New Orleans, Louisiana)
To Archbishop J(ohn) M(ary) Odin, (C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
As agreed on with Father (Stephen) Rousselon, Murphy has devoted some time to the (Sisters) of the Good Shepherd.
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1. The presence of the former Superioress is a great inconvenience. Four of the Sisters are so attached to her that they cannot bear the sight of her successor. These are Sisters Scholastica, Aloysia, Euphrasia, and Catherine. The other seven are pleased at the change.
2. The new Superioress, a German lady of high birth and finished education, is naturally affected by the independent and free ways of this country and the absolute, irresponsible administration of F(ather Henry) R(iordan). She came over with the most unfavorable opinion in consequence of letters received by the Mother General at Angers.
3. As things now are there is no possibility of entrusting another with the temporalities of the house. Murphy was the bearer of a letter for Father Rousselon and one for Odin from the present Superioress. These were written before Murphy's visit and probably contained statements which the writer would modify at this date. She is a superior woman but the sphere is too contracted for one of her ability. The accounts showed balance due $7,750; the debt is now reduced to $6,000.
4. VI-2-h A.L.S. 4pp. Folio 8
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1864 Aug 28
Gouesse, Father Francis
Indianapolis, (Indiana)
To Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere)
(Detroit, Michigan)
George Wilson from Ionia, Mich(igan) wishes to give up Freemasonry and become a member of the Church. Wilson wishes Gouesse to write to Lefevere who knows all about Wilson's knowledge of the Catholic religion.
III-2-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 28
(Müller), John George, Bishop of
Muenster, (Germany)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M. of
New Orleans, Louisiana)
Müller is very grateful for the letter to him which was brought by Bishop (John Henry) Lüers of Fort Wayne. He is pleased not only because of the high praise offered him but also because of the fine spirit. The future of North America is bright where such great things already exist.
VI-2-h A.L.S. (Latin) 2pp. 8vo.
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1864 Aug 28
Stone, Jeannie
Southbor(ough), Mass(achusetts)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
She and the General (Charles P. Stone) have spoken of writing (Odin) but they have suffered so much from ill health and anxiety that they put it off. Stone brought her here to his sister; soon after he was ordered to the army. All his old army friends were delighted to see him back again. He has had almost more than he could bear since they left New Orleans. He hopes to be with her next month when she hopes to give him a little child. They both desire to have (Odin) its godfather. Should it be a boy they would like to have (Odin) and Father (Gabriel) Chalon both; they can get some good Catholic to represent them.
VI-2-h A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 29
(Schorlemer), R.G.S., Sister Marie de Ste. Thérèse
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
To Archbishop (John Mary Odin, C.M.
New Orleans, Louisiana)
It is with inexpressible joy that she heard of (Odin's) return. The extraordinary state of this house shows the urgent necessity of conferring with (Odin).
VI-2-h A.L.S. (French) 2pp. 8vo.
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1864 Aug 29
Staff Officers of Major General (Winfield S.) Hancock
Headquarters, 2nd Army Corps
to O(restes) A. Brownson
Elizabeth, New Jersey
They express their appreciation of the many admirable qualities of Brownson's lamented son (Edward P. Brownson) who fell in the Battle of Ream's Station on Aug. 25. (The officers sign individually).
I-5-i A.L.S. 1p. Folio (Photostat in I-4-c)
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1864 Aug 29
Kindekens, Father P(eter)
Adrian, (Michigan)
to Bishop (Peter Paul Lefevere)
(Detroit, Michigan)
Will Lefevere correct or change, if not satisfactory, the enclosed "Bond." Also will he send Kindekens by express or by Father E(ward) Van Lauwe, the church money deposited with Lefevere, and by whose advice Kindekens has agreed to pay for the brick upon the execution of said bond. (Lefevere writes on the letter that he) sent, by express, the amount in full for the Adrian Church August 30, 1864.
III-2-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 29
(McCloskey), John, Archbishop of
New York, (New York)
To Bishop (Francis P.) McFarland of Hartford
(Providence, Rhode Island)
He returns under cover with this (no enclosure) the statement of the closing account with the estate of the late Father James O'Reilly.
As executor of Father (John) Corry, he has certified to its correctness in the manner prescribed. He is glad that McFarland has decided to cooperate with them in the Provincial Seminary. Once in good working order he is sure it will repay for sacrifices. As soon as it is known when the school will open he will inform McFarland.
I-1-b A.L.S. 1p.
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1864 Aug 30
Ahern, Father Michael Mary
Portsmouth, Ohio
to Archbishop (John Baptist) Purcell
of Cincinnati, Ohio
Father Tierney because of his numerous duties has been unable to say Mass at Quinn's Settlement for about six weeks. He wishes Ahern to relieve him but Ahern asks Purcell's permission. Ahern thanks Purcell for allowing him the use of the church for school purposes but Mother Josephine will not send less than three Sisters and this is too many. He asked for one, who could stay with the three whom Father F. Karge is to receive, and his brother just told him one would arrive tomorrow. Now he hopes to build a school house.
II-5-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.
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(1864) Aug 30
McCloskey, Father Geo(rge)
(New York, New York)
to (Orestes A.) Brownson
McCloskey said Mass for Brownson's son, Edward. (Father William) Everett did the same. McCloskey extends his sincere condolences to Brownson and speaks of the character of (Edward P. Brownson) and Brownson's hope in him.
I-3-e A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 30
Vicknair, U(lger), St. John Baptist
(Bonnet Carre, Louisiana)
to Archbishop (John Mary) Odin, (C.M.)
New Orleans, (Louisiana)
When they came to Father (Eleazar) Vignonet's house, Odin promised to make an arrangement agreeable to people on the two sides of the river. Vicknair learned that Odin had left things as they were, protesting that he could not let Father (Peter) Lacour cross over with the bodies because that would be an encroachment on Vignonet's domain. Lacour is the pastor of the new parish, St. Peter's, and Vignonet certainly encroaches on Lacour's domain by profiting from part of his revenues. Lacour has his hands tied by letting people of the left bank bury their dead at the old church. Today things have reached an impasse; Vignonet has asked people not to go to Lacour, to cross over to him. Vicknair thinks the only way to settle this is to give each pastor the privilege of having the funeral in his church and accompanying the body to the cemetery which belongs to both sides and not to Vignonet. Odin is to be the judge. Vicknair has been strongly accused as Odin will see by the letter of which Vicknair sends a copy. The letter follows:
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1864 Aug 27
Vicknair, U(lger)
St. John Baptist, (Louisiana)
To Father (Eleazar) Vignonet
(Bonnet Carre, Louisiana)
Vicknair would never believe that a priest could say such slanderous things as Vignonet said about Vicknair at the home of Eugène Chenet. Vignonet says that Vicknair is the cause of the trouble; it is not Vicknair but Odin. Vignonet has also claimed that this new enterprise will fail; Vicknair says it is impossible.
VI-2-h A.L.S. Copy (French) 4pp. 4to.
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(1864) (Aug 31)
( )
At a meeting of the students of St. John's College, Fordham, held at the Astor House, on Wednesday, August 31, 1864 a formal acknowledgment of the death of Edward P. Brownson was made. Captain Edward P. Brownson, C.M.A.D.C., who fell mortally wounded on the battlefield of Reams Station, August 25, 1864, whilst rallying the broken forces of the Union army and charging upon the advancing columns of the enemy. The fellow-students of the gallant dead offer their deepest and sincerest sympathies to his bereaved family but temper their sorrow with the thought that he fell as a true soldier would wish to fall, surrounded by foes, covered with wounds and in the very moment of his triumph. His country has lost a true and devoted patriot and his comrades in arms a gallant hero who never failed to be a true soldier. A copy of these resolutions will be sent to the family of the deceased.
Signed by John J.A. McCaffery, Chairman and Francis J. Holahan, Secretary.
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1864 Aug 31
Daly, Father Luke
New Britain, (Connecticut)
to Bishop (Francis P.) McFarland (of Hartford)
Providence, (Rhode Island)
He asks to be informed by return mail if McFarland can give Confirmation there the third Sunday of September, the 18th. He was requested to choose a date and write. If McFarland cannot come on that date could he come on the first Sunday of October?
I-1-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.
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1864 Aug 312
Lutz, Captain John B.
Elizabeth, (N.J.)
To O(restes) A. Brownson
(Elizabeth, New Jersey)
The members of Captain Lutz's Company wish to bury Brownson's son (Edward) with military honors; they regard him as a true patriot and a brave soldier.
I-4-c A.L.S. 1pg. 12mo.
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