There were 15 persons confirmed in Lead last Sunday. The Sunday previous Father Gleeson confirmed nine in Deadwood. The papers and book received. A snow storm of eight hours duration is taking place. Neither the community nor the missions will benefit by Toohey's appointment. Father Provincial used to get Toohey up for meditation in the morning when he lived next door. Saying Mass in Deadwood at 7:30 A.M. gives him time for meditation and for sleep. Toohey's health was not very good because of the sedentary life. He could occupy himself around the novitiate, but he would have to form a taste of that type of work as he has never tried it. He needs plenty of exercise. The first division of "Raphael" is nearly ready. There has been no changes in it. Perhaps Hudson will want to publish it in book form. Hudson should use his influence to have Toohey left in Lead. Enclosed is $2.50 from Mr. Gushurst for the "Ave Maria." Toohey wrote to Father General Edward Sorin about the promotion. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 4pp. 12 mo.