He has delayed writing until McFarland was settled and could tell of his experience. The chapel is nearing completion. The stained glass windows are beautiful. All except the altar will be ready by commencement. William Morange of Albany is there to assist at the concert. Mr. Howard, McFarland's neighbor, is there raising funds. The books from France arrived and he sent them with other books to McFarland. Father James R. Bayley will go to Staten Island. The Brotherhood will not go until after retreat and then the Sisters will take over. He describes the concert at which both Bishop John Hughes and John McCloskey were present with other priests and guests. Bishop McCloskey spoke. A Mr. Gleason, recently married, made an appearance and was told to depart by Bishop Hughes. :: I-1-a A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.