Hoynes, William, La Crosse, Wisconsin, to James F. Edwards, Notre Dame, Indiana, 1870 June 13

He had not heard a word of Edwards' debilitated condition of health or his temporary suspension of studies. He is confident that Edwards will graduate with honors next year. He admires the high character of Edwards' affection for Notre Dame. Notre Dame has few, if any, superiors in the United States. Were it not for the Michigan University, it would be second to none in the west. Dennis Tighe has exhibited good judgment in joining the order of Holy Cross. Since he left the College, Hoynes has not heard a word of the Archconfraternity which Edwards organized. He compares Edwards' success with that of St. Ignatius in founding his order. Hoynes is occupying himself closely to his studies. He intends to write a book on the Catholic Church in five or six years. :: XI-1-a A.L.S. 4pp. 16to.