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Fagan, Father Thomas (St. Francis, Wisconsin)
Father Fagan writes to the "Catholic Citizen" of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, in which he refers to priests entitled "Missionary Rector". The editor replies that this is a new title to any class of priests in the United States. This title is undefined. The Holy See can correct this problem by not supposing such to exist here if they do not exist, or by declaring what class of priests in the United States are missionary rectors. It seems very plain that the Holy See intends there shall be, in the United States, a class of priests to be known as "Missionary Rectors" and having certain distinctive rights. The one thing that could delay the Holy See in its action, would be that any considerable number of priests take up the mad and crazy notions put forth in the "Western Watchman" of St. Louis.
I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 1 column folio 3
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Fahey, Prof(essor) Ja(me)s A. Balto, Ind(iana)
to H(enry F.) Brownson (Detroit, Michigan)
In reading the works of Orestes (A.) Brownson, it states in "Spirit Rapper" that Brownson remained in Geneva from 1844 to 1846, but in the "Convert" he became a Catholic in October, 1844, in Boston. He would gladly pay Henry for a picture of his father. His books have done a great deal towards converting a friend of his. He hopes the memorial movement will be successful.
III-3-h A.L.S. 3pp. 16mo. 2
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Fahle, O.F.M., Father Arsenius Hermann, Missouri
to H(enry) F. Brownson Detroit, Mich(igan)
He admires the works of Orestes A. Brownson and has distributed six copies of "The Spirit Rapper". Every priest and educated layman should study it. He found a spare sheet from another book; he would like a copy of the book. Brownson should advertize the "Spirit Rapper" everywhere and all the time; it gives the best instruction on spiritistic questions.
III-3-h A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo. 2
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Fair Play
Newspaper answering simple questions in regard to the Catholic Church and showing the error of non-Catholic accusations. Printed in Cincinnati, Ohio.
II-5-g Newspaper 4pp. 12 columns 8vo.
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Farley, Father J(ohn) M. (New York), (New York)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster (New York, New York)
Farley sends McMaster a hasty translation of His Eminence (a cardinal's) address, done at Farley's disposal. Farley asks McMaster to improve it, and encourages an English edition of all the discourses. He has no notes of the Cardinal's French reply, but McMaster can compose a short one. To this is added: A translation of an address in which a Count is thanked for discharging a duty entrusted to him by Pope Pius IX.
I-2-h A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo. 2
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Fee, Michael Huntington, Q(uebec), (Canada)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster (New York, New York)
Fee, whose son is a subscriber to the Freeman's Journal has organized a band for the conversion of the Indians. He sends ($10.60), regretting he cannot send more. P.S. He lists the contributors. He is sorry he could not get subscribers for the Freeman.
I-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 4to. 1
( No date) (______)
Fenwick, Benedict (S.J.)
to Bishop Edward Fenwick of Cincinnati, Ohio
Tells Bishop Fenwick that the land they discuss is in the Ohio Company's purchase The deed is in favor of Reverend Francis Neale by Caspar and Eliza Meier - Wants to know if this has been sold for taxes or is redeemable.
II-4-d A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.
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(Fetterman (?)) (______) (______), (______)
to (James Alphonsus McMaster (?) ) (New York, New York) (?)
An advertisement in a New York paper, 1827 or 1825 invited the heirs of George Fetterman to come forward and receive the estate left them by his father John Fetterman who lived and died in a place named Allstadt or Anstadt in or near Hesse Darmstadt in Germany. The son and heir of John Fetterman was George Fetterman, who moved to Fetterman's Ferry in Pennsylvania, and died there, leaving eight children, whose descendants are directing this letter to McMaster. They engaged a lawyer named Stern to investigate matters, but he has been unable to give any satisfactory information. They would like to employ a competent and accurate attorney to investigate the matter further.
I-2-e A.L. 4pp. 4to. 2
(Jan. 12) (______)
Finotti, Father J(oseph) M. Brookline, Mass(achusetts)
to O(restes A. Brownson (______)
Finotti asks Brownson to come and lecture in Brookline some Sunday after the 21st. He begs Brownson not to disappoint him and his people.
I-3-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. 1
(______) (July 9)
Finotti, Father J(oseph) M. Brookline, (Mass)
to (Orestes A. Brownson) (______)
Finotti just received Brownson's favor. He has time to acknowledge it at the present, he will attend to Brownson's request tomorrow, and if he can get the number, he wants Brownson to accept it as a gift.
I-3-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. 1
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Fish, Grace S. (South Bend, Indiana)
to Father (Daniel E.) Hudson, (C.S.C.) (Notre Dame, Indiana)
They are just leaving for a three or four weeks' stay at Palm Beach, Florida. Neither of them have been well and they thought the change would do them good. Father goes with them. Hudson is to tell Edwards that as soon as they return they hope to see Edwards and Hudson.
X-4-j A.L.S. 3pp. 16mo. 1
(18--) (January 25)
(Flaget), B(enedict) J(oseph):
Bardstown, K(entucky)
to Brute (Father Simon):
St. Mary's College Emmitsburg, Maryland
Although at one time Flaget reapproached Brute for the writing too frequently; but now he feels that it has been at least ten years since he has received a letter. Although he has tried to find the reason he has not been able to reach a satisfactory conclusion. ( ) Seviez (?) has composed a book for Brute just as interesting as the L'Imitation but Flaget begs that Brute skips a few chapters in order to have time to write and inform him about everything. Flaget states that while he was in Baltimore he was more informed on things Eccesiastique and political than he was in France but today the Missouri indians probably know more than he does. (Gabriel) Richard has informed Flaget that there are approximately 40 Indian nations within his diocese and they seem to be willing to accept the Gospel. Flaget appeals to Brute to make this fact known to his seminarists for God has perhaps chosen some among them to carry the light of the Gospel to these people. Flaget would be very happy of his dear ( ) Grandchamp and George could have such a holy vacation; words would fail to express the satisfaction of his soul if Brute would become the leader of such a group to explore the new country and make new conquests. Faith is so easily lost when it is received only soon after birth that Flaget is seriously thinking of new missions of offset the losses from the otherside. In this respect ( ) David, during the evening recreation, reads three or four pages of edifying to incite the young seminaristes in this respect. The studies at the seminary are filled with competition. The Americans in general are cold and lack the fervour possessed by the French. (missing letter)
II-3-o
(18--)
(Flaget) B(enedict) J(oseph), Bishop of :
B(ardstown)
to (Father Simon) Brute:
Mt. St. Mary's, Emmitsburg, Maryland
Bishop Benedict expresses his sentiment for Father Brute and tells him that Father (Jean) Dubois has delayed his trip a few days in order that Flaget, who was determined to go to Holy Mountain for a retreat, might travel with him. A bad cold confines Flaget to his room and deprives him of the pleasure of going to see Brute for the time being. He sends his regards to the nuns, the seminarians, the professors, and to Mr. and Mrs. Deseir.
II-3-o - A.L.S. - (French) - 1p.12mo.
(18--)
(Flaget) B(enedict) J(oseph):
(Bardstown, Kentucky)
to Brute (Father Simon):
St. Mary's College, Emmitsburg, Maryland
Flaget pays respect to Fathers (Francis Charles) Nagot and (John) Tessier and to all his other confreres. To Mrs. Amiote and all the girls in the laundry, the professors, the seminarists and all the students of the college blessings and salutations. Me Leroy, who did not write to Flaget to spare him the trouble of answering, merits particular esteem. He does not know if Moreau, the nephew of Me Lacombe has received a letter which he addressed to him at the beginning of the year, for he has received no reply. Flaget plans to leave for Baltimore in the early part of September; he will visit several congregations en route. (missing letter)
II-3-o - A.L.S. - (French)
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Flick, Lawrence F. Phil(adelphia,) P(ennsylvani)a
to Henry F. Brownson (Detroit, Michigan)
He would like to have 185 copies of volume 3 of "Records of American Catholic Historical Society" distributed in Detroit to persons Brownson recommended. Will Brownson be able to get his son to do it at 3 cents per copy? They cannot afford mail. He takes the liberty of asking Brownson because he knows of his interest in their work.
III-3-h A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo. 1
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Florence, Elizabeth Kilbourn City, Wis(consin)
to Father D(aniel) E. Hudson, (C.S.C.) (Notre Dame, Indiana)
Florence asks Hudson to tell Professor (James F.) Edwards that she has a crucifix that was blessed by Cardinal (John Louis) Cheverus, first Bishop of Boston. It was given to her forty years ago by Catherine Carten, one of his converts. She will send it if Edwards wants it.
X-4-j A.L.S. 2pp. 32mo. 3
(______) (July 9)
Flower, May Boston, (Massachusetts)
to O(restes) A. Brownson (______)
She would propose a few questions for Brown son's consideration. Why is Spain such a degraded country? Why are the Portuguese so suspicious a people? Have not the Spanish and Portugese a continual blaze of Catholic light--why are they so ignorant, why does Spain abound with more cutthroat robbers than any other country? Why do not Catholic Countries tolerate religious freedom? Is there any evidence that Jesus Christ ever taught his disciples to pray to the Virgin or to any Saints? Did he not say specifically to pray to "Our Father?" Did he ever use the phrase "Trinity", "Queen of Heaven" and others of similar imports?
I-3-d A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo. 1
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Foley, E.F. N(ew) Y(ork, New York)
A photograph of Judge Victor J. Dowling.
I-1-f Photograph 4to. 1
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Foley, Bishop John (______)
to (Henry F.) Brownson (______)
Brownson will please attend the dedication tomorrow. He is sure that Brownson's invitation has been sent; it is the wish of the Cardinal and the Board.
III-3-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. 1
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Foley, Bishop John Detroit, Michigan
to (Henry F.) Brownson (Detroit, Michigan)
Col(onel) (______) Weget solicited Foley for a loan far beyond his means. He has no acquaintance with the Colonel. He receives numberless letters of this same character daily.
III-3-h A.L.S. 1p. 8vo. 1
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Ford, Austin E. (New York, New York)
Signature cut from a letter to T(homas) C(ollier) Platt.
I-1-1 Autograph 1p. 13mo. 1
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(Ford, Austin E.) (New York, New York)
Manuscript of a story about Father Sylvester Malone of Brooklyn and the patriotism he displayed in the Civil War.
I-1-1 A. Manuscript 5pp. folio 1
(Nov. 10) (______)
Ford, Austin E. New York, (New York)
to J(ames) F. Edwards (Notre Dame, Indiana)
The Confederate Flag whose custody he gave Edwards during the summer came to him from the widow of the late General Thomas Francis Meagher in April 1885. He was president of the Irish American Union which organization presented Meagher's native city of Waterford with a portrait, swords and medals of the General. They kept the flag and decided to return it to a regiment in Savannah. The fervor raised by President (Grover) Cleveland made them cautious about an injudicious "recognition of the Confederacy." The flag was given to him to do with as best he could. It was captured by Meagher's men in a raid on the Confederate headquarters on the second day at Fair Oaks and he considered it, after his sword, his most precious relic of the War.
XI-10-a A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo. 2
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Ford, Austin E. New York, (New York)
to (David B.) Hill (______)
Ford had told Hill that in confirming Edward Grosse as Internal Revenue Commissioner for him Hill would never regret it. Grosse and Prof. (John P.) Brophy will present Hill a resolution which they and Ford will have passed at the convention of the Civic Union. Ford would like to see Hill privately; Ford may be able to aid Hill in solving a dilemma, those who may otherwise be arraigned against Hill may be turned into allies.
I-1-k A.L.S. 6pp. 3
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
7 photographs: Lieutenant Daniel G. Macnamara, Quartermaster, 9th Mass(achusetts) Vol(unteer)s; John McDonough, 1st Mass(achusetts) Infantry; Lieutenant Timothy Dacey, 9th Mass. Vol(unteer)s; Lieutenant Charles B. McGinniskin, 9th Mass(achusetts Volunteers); Captain Hugh C. McGunigle, 9th Mass. (Volunteers): General Ja(me)s Shields; one other photo (a tintype) unidentified.
I-1-k 7 photographs 6
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
(Three newspaper clippings mounted on the same sheet). One concerns an addition made to Pope LeoXIII's summer house; the second describes the marriage of Dorothy P. Wilson and Thomas E. Oliver which took place in a convent; the third tells of a new Dominican seminary to be opened at Sherman Park, Westchester County, New York, next September by the Lyonese.
I-1-1 3 Newspaper Clippings 1p. 3
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
"From the Boston Herald, June 25, 1861." Ninth Mass(achusetts) Vol(unteer)s. Colonel Thomas Cass landed on Long Wharf; all the Irish Societies in line. Color Sergeant James W. McNamara, afterwards Captain and killed at Wilderness, May 5, 1864; Color Sergeant Frank O'Dowd, afterwards lieutenant and killed at Gaines' Hill, June 27, 1862. Governor John A. Andrew addresses Colonel Mass from the steps. (One page is apparently part of the governor's speech).
I-1-1 A. Copy 3pp. 12mo. 4
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of Name and address of J.W. Pettit, Baltimore.
I-1-1 A. Slip 1p. 16mo. 1
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Proof-sheets of "Irish-American Valor in the War for the Union" by Col. John W. Mahan written for the "Irish World." (On the back of the last page is written:) Mrs. Ellen Ford Arling, 2731 Bryant St., San Francisco.
I-1-1 Proofsheets 9pp. 2
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Rough draft of a chapter of "Irish-American Valor" by John W. Mahan. This chapter deals with the Bull Run Campaign.
I-1-1 A. and Typed Manuscript 44pp. 4to. 1
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Rough draft of a chapter from "Irish-American Valor" by John W. Mahan to follow the Bull Run article. This chapter deals with the Catholic clergy in the Civil War.
I-1-1- A. and Typed Manuscript 3pp. 4to. 1
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Clipping from the Northwestern Chronicle, St. Paul. The clipping is headed in ink, "Part of the Stupid Tory Plan" and concerns English activity in Ireland.
I-1-1 Newspaper clipping 1 column 1
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Copy of an article about Msgr. (Francis) Satolli telling of his disappointment with the manner in which the Catholic press in America treats government officials.
I-1-1 Typed Page 1p. folio 1
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
"Thomas Devin Reilly"; the Life and Death of an Irish Rebel.
I-1-1 A. Manuscript 34pp. 4to. 1
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
(List of American army officers of the Civil War. For many, their home states and brigades are given.)
I-1-1 A. List 14pp. folio 1
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
"Illustrations from Books on the War." Subjects for Pictures in the I(rish) W(orld).
I-1-1 A. List 2pp. 4to. 0
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Clipping from the Providence, Rhode Island, Visitor: "Another Plot to Kill Home Rule."
I-1-1 Newspaper clipping 1 column 0
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Clipping from the Connecticut Catholic: "Ireland's enemies, only, could gain by it."
I-1-1 Clipping 1 column 0
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Incomplete rough draft telling of the importance and courage of those who fought under God's Banner in the Civil War.
I-1-1 A. Manuscript 6pp. 4to. 0
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
"The Heroes of Gaines Mill"; a battle to which the stubborn resistance of the 9th (Massachusetts Volunteers) gave its name.
I-1-1 A. Manuscript 7pp. 4to. 0
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Manuscript of an essay entitled "Atheism and Faith."
I-1-k A. Manuscript 37pp. 8vo. 0
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
6 unidentifiable pen-and-ink portraits (two copies of one), for the Irish World.
I-1-k 7 sketches 0
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Ford, Austin E., Papers of
Four pages of manuscript of "The Cross" in Ford's handwriting. (Written on the back of a circular letter from the Catholic Workmen's Benevolent Union of New York, whose letterhead lists the officers of the Society).
I-1-1 A. Manuscript 4pp. 4to. 1
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Foster, General John G.
Note concerning the military promotions of General Foster taken from Appleton's ("Annual Cyclopaedia." Among the Henry F. Brownson papers. (List of unidentified names on reverse side.)
III-3-h A.D. unsigned 2pp. 12mo. 1
(______) (Jun. 4)
Freeman's Journal (New York, New York)
An account of the laying of the corner-stone of the new church of St. Paul the Apostle, (New York) and Father J(ohn) Lancaster Spalding's address.
I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 2 columns folio 2
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Freitag, (Father, Aug(ust) M. (New York), (New York)
to (James Alphonsus) McMaster (New York, New York)
Freitag will come tomorrow if possible. He is to return to Annapolis next Sunday night. He wishes McMaster a Happy New Year.
I-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. 1
(______) (Jun.1)
Freitag, (C.SS.R.), Father (Augustine M.) (New York, New York)
to J(ames) A(lphonsus) McMaster (New York, New York)
If McMaster is not too fatigued after the "deutsche" solemnities of Sunday he is expected to be present at those of tomorrow, dinner with His Grace included.
I-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. 1
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Fremont, Jessie B. (______)
to Sarah M. Brownson (______)
Sarah's note was received and will be handed to the General when he comes in. She has been ordered to bed because of a cold by Dr. Van Buren. The newspapers claimed that she was at General Butler's reception the previous evening but instead she was taking cough syrup and reading. Eothen's "Louis Napoleon", something more interesting... (Incomplete sentence). General (B.F.) Butler did exactly well in New Orleans but she does not care to hear any afterthoughts about it. The last Littell has an episode from Ringlake's new work. What is said of the Emperor, she has said of the President. Whenever the spirit movers her, she would like for Sarah to write to her.
I-4-g A.L.S. (Photostat, Odiorne collection) 3pp. 16to. 2
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"Friend" (Emmitsburg, M(on)t(ana)
to James (Alphonsus) McMaster (New York, New York)
The writer asks McMaster for an appropriate definition of a gentleman, explaining that he has never succeeded in finding one. (Sic.)
I-2-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo. 1
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Frothingham, N.L. (______)
to (______) (______)
Frothingham quotes a few lines of poetry and asks his correspondent to identify them. (P.S.) Frothingham returns Brownson: there is no use in teaching (Orestes A.) Brownson: Frothingham cannot endure him. Brownson is a coxcomb of the most disagreeable order, a charlatan without being amusing. Brownson is unsound, and, Frothingham fears, unprincipled.
I-4-h A.L.S. (Photostat, Mass. Hist. Soc.) 2pp. 12mo 2