Between business and illness he has been unable to write. He is grateful for Hudson's letter, prayers and the Ave Marias. He is pleased Hudson liked the sketch of poor Girard. He is a great loss as a journalist and a friend. He hopes Hudson liked the Brownson sketch. There was a notable gathering at Father James J. Moriarty's last night. Several bishops, clergy, friends, and Catholic editors, including Mr. James A. McMaster, were there. Brother Jarlath O'Brien called him, for which he thanks Hudson. :: X-2-j A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.