Dormer, James H, Buffalo, New York, to William J. Onahan, Chicago, Illinois, 1891 July 5

The prelates named in O'Brien's resolution to cooperate with the committee are - Archbishop John Ireland, and Bishops John S. Foley, Camillus P. Maes, and Matthew Harkins. O'Brien's motion to add these names is the only formal reference to the matter in Dormer's minutes. The postponement of the Committee meeting until October pleases Dormer, who also wishes that meetings will be held in Chicago, which would be most convenient for Onahan. Dormer notes with gratification the honor which Manhattan gave to Onahan. He supposes that South Bend has sent the parchment to Father Patrick Cronin, who has had recent unpleasantness with the Bishop of Rochester. How much truth is there in the semi-official St. Louis dispatch announcing that America's great apostle and prelate Archbishop Ireland had been named for the Cardinalate? He is glad to hear, from Governor Carroll's dispatch to Onahan, that Count de Mun is likely to come to the Congress, where he will see a vigorous and free Church. Dormer still advises Onahan to take a trip over the Atlantic. All are healthy, regards to Mrs. Onahan and Mollie. :: IX-1-c A.L.S. 3pp 8vo