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Murray, Hugh, Spain, to James Alphonsus McMaster, New York, New York, 1873 September 5 probable

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Murray left Vallecebre in the company of Captain Jarvis and a doctor whom all say is a quack. The Parocho has advised him of this man's character and calls him a most dangerous man to travel with. While waiting for the arrival of Jarvis, Murray found a good history of Spain written by the professors at the Seminary of Vich. Among the writings were several passages from St. Thomas. In Serchs, Murray met the little lieutenant of Baga, and also a curious individual, an engineer in the nearby coal mines. He did not trust this man and later learned that he was a Freemason. From Serchs, the march continued to Borrada and to Pense where Murray met some Zouaves for the first time. Murray knew a brother of one of them in 1861 when he returned to his regiment after Montana. From Pense the column went to Prats where news came that the prince, Don Alfonso was expected that same night. Now, Murray would be able to see him about his enlistment, but if Don Alfonso will not recognize his proper rank, he will return to Canada. After many weeks of waiting, Murray has finally seen Don Alfonso and his lady, that night he was received by them and found them both gracious and unpretentious even though they are aristocrats. The prince has aged somewhat since he was in Rome. Murray has been placed on the prince's staff for the present and has had the regimental colours brought to him. The Carlists are dedicated to the Sacred Heart and so the Pope was going to send them a Vicar Apostolic but his captivity prevents this. Instead, a Spanis Bishop with full powers is due to arrive shortly. Don Alfonso is completely determined that the Sovereign Pontiff shall be liberated. It is regrettable that the excellent correspondent of the Michigan Herald did not continue. Murray's next endeavour is to try to raise a loan of some sort in America. Many of his old Crusaders have recognized Murray from past meetings. One tall Dragoon whom he had met in Rome had been a bugler in the 3rd company as a mere lad of 16 years. :: I-1-o A.L. 36 pp. 12 mo.

Dates

  • Creation: 1873 September 5 probable

Language of Materials

English.

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