Cheverus should have written to Bruté 20 times as he attaches great value to his friendship. He has lately received the box of things that Father _____ Vespres [Vespre] sent him. He has begun to read the "Tradition of the Church" which he began to read after Easter. He has been refreshed by the news from Rome of the new prelate chosen from the society of St. Sulpice, Ambrose Maréchal. Baltimore thought of Cheverus only because Maréchal has been nominated for Philadelphia and that was just a dream. Last Saturday he ordained Father Dennis Ryan who has been with him two years. He invited the congregation and preached a brief instruction. Father Francis Matignon is well and sends his regards. Cheverus wishes that the Catholic Magazine announced at New York would be submitted to Bruté's supervision. He will write to Mother Elizabeth Seton after Easter. He sends his regards to the priests at the seminary whom he mentions. If he does not always agree with Bruté's opinions he recognizes in them zeal and fervent piety., P.S. He sends his regards to Father Vespres and to Dr. and Mrs. Chatard. :: II-3-n A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to., 5