Dougherty, Daniel, New York, New York, to Marc F. Vallette U.S. Catholic Historical Society,, New York, 1891 December 28

He acknowledges the invitation of the Society to read a paper on Christophe Columbus. John Gilmary Shea is more fitted to write such a paper. The time is ripe for such a theme. He regrets the indifference with which American Catholics treat the approach of the fourth centennial anniversary of the discovery of America, the brightest jewel in the earthly crown of the Catholic Church. The Chicago Exposition is destined to be a world renowned event. The celebration on Oct. 12 should be distinctly Catholic. Catholic writers should direct their talents to the indication of the truth of history that to glorify the discovery of America is to sound the praises of the Catholic Church. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 10pp. 12mo.