Winn, Patrick and others, Adrian, Michigan, to Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere, Detroit, Michigan, 1864 August 7
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The undersigned memorialists present a grievance for Lefevere's consideration. Their pastor, Father Peter Kindekens this morning announced from the altar that Lefevere had changed his mind about a new site for church and school and that an addition to what is left on the old site be built. Lefevere had given positive assurance this would not be done. For the last 10 years Catholics have been exposed to inclement weather and bad roads to get to the old site for worship. They are willing to move the old building and erect an addition and to provide a residence for a priest if the new site is used. Like their fellow Americans, they have done well in supporting the church and have never shown any insubordination. If Lefevere vetoes their plan, they will have no obligation in justice to sustain the pastor's efforts. Signed by 69 persons. :: III-2-k A.L.S. 4pp. 4to.
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- Creation: 1864 August 7
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