Marco, Father Martin, Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere, Detroit, Michigan, 1858 April 2
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The community Dawn, Dorr, and Baiers, of 32 families, wishes to have 2 churches; the spirit of hatred and nationalities separates them. Marco seeks Lefevere's aid in so sad and delicate an affair. In spite of the charitable warning from a handful of Austrian and Polish woodsmen, they refuse to obey; they persecuted his dear predecessor, Father Mosdjesky J. Maciejewski. He seeks Lefevere's advice and a decision. In spite of sorrows there are consolations from Grand Rapids Catholics. Marginal note on Dawn, Selan and Dorr. Enclosure: Mr. Schaeffer of Antheics? warns any priest who shows up at Selan or Dorr of possible harm. Marco deems these people as capable of anything without religion; there is no conscience. His church committee send greetings, including Mr. Schaeffer and Dr. Blumriels. A convert, aged 24, will be baptized Sunday; more than 18 children from Grand Rapids will receive First Communion. Father Francis Van Erp is taking charge of the holy oils. :: III-2-i A.L.S. French 8pp. 8vo.
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- Creation: 1858 April 2
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