Loras acknowledges Lefevere's favor of November 30. After reflection he adds to what Bishop Peter Richard Kenrick says the M.K. Father John Kenny is given to lying and has given scandal at Galena. If he is repentant Lefevere could try him for a month. The general rule adopted by the Bishop of Dubuque with regard to strange priests is to allow one year's trial during which he could leave or the bishop dismiss him. Loras deplores the conduct of Father Vincent F. Badin, and explains the regulation adopted by himself in synod to obviate such conduct. The regulations cover salaries, Mass intentions, collections, and surplus funds. This rule has, so far, preserved his priests in a spirit of disinterestedness and zeal. Loras considers Lefevere's severe measure concerning the St. Anne Congregation Detroit, Michigan as the best, which along with those adopted by Bishop Anthony Blanc of New Orleans will support the wise measures of Bishop John Hughes. Loras is about to conclude a deal on the English catechisms. He will keep 100 for Lefevere from this first edition. :: III-2-g A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.