Onahan, William J., Chicago, Illinois, to Bishop, 1889 October 31

Onahan had written Governor Carroll of Maryland who is to act as temporary chairman of the Congress, on the subject of the program. Enclosed is a copy of that letter; also a copy of one previously addressed to Thomas F. Daly, Professor Herbermann and others. Attached is a memo regarding Onahan's views as to the lines in which the resolutions should run. Onahan had written to Archbishop Ireland, pointing out the importance of putting the matter of resolutions into proper hands. Onahan is anxious to have no mistakes, and appreciates the solicitude of Cardinal Gibbons on that point. Everything shall pass satisfactorily, so far as Onahan can influence and direct the Congress. The Congress should not feel restrained. The Catholic laymen may be trusted to act prudently and resolve wisely in accord with Catholic principles. No enclosure. :: IX-1-a A.L. Unsigned 2pp. 8vo. 10