Between two and three months ago Haskins wrote a long letter, just after or just before Bishop John Hughes ' departure, explaining to Bayley the whole matter about certain reports that were in circulation with regard to Haskins at the College, Fordham and speaking of Haskins' calling on Hughes when he was last in New York and of his refusing to see Haskins. Haskins rejoices to hear of Bayley's continued good health. He feared Bayley might sink under such a load of cares. Haskins has at last received an appointment and for the present is pastor of the Church of St. John Baptist, commonly known as the Free Church. It is a poor but very vast congregation and presents a splendid field for labor. Bishop Benedict Joseph Fenwick 's health is not materially improved, so say the doctors, who fear a sudden death. To them, however, he appears decidedly better. He is quite cheerful and talkative; his illness has never at the worst time caused him to be absent for a single meal. On Sunday last the Bishop assisted at High Mass. In Orestes A. Brownson 's next review, they will perhaps see an article by Haskins. Haskins did not think it worth much, but Brownson would have it. Dr. Monahan is very industrious and sends his kindest respects. He receives letters occasionally from Whelan who is doing well. If Bayley sees anybody from St. Louis, he is requested to make some inquiries about their friend, Collett :: II-2-n A.L.S. 3pp. 4to.