Kuefstein, Francois, C(om)te de: Vichofen, Austria to (William J.) Onahan: (Chicago, Illinois), 1894 December 18

Reply has been delayed because of poor health. The Count praises the American Church - the rampart of the social order. Though there are differences, political - social agitations seem the same on both sides of the Atlantic. He comments on the great progress made, and on the necessity of Catholics uniting under the banner of the Pope. He laments the militarism of Europe and large conscription. He will not be able to come to Rome because of his wife's health. His children are away in school; he is living near Vienna. He hopes Onahan will let him know of an intended visit there so he may receive him. Wishes of good cheer at Christmas and New Year's and regards to Archbishop Feehan.