McFarland has undoubtedly heard of the affliction of the conflagration in Portland, July 4. One half of the Catholics of Portland have lost everything, not only homes but also their church and school houses. Nothing of any value has been saved. The fruit of eleven years is in ashes. Bacon does not know what to do unless the bishops and Catholics of other dioceses aid. He is penniless because it is feared that the insurance will not be paid. He is sure that McFarland will sympathize with him and permit him to appeal to the Catholics of the diocese. :: I-1-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.