Chambige, Father F. St. Thomas Seminary, Bardstown, Kentucky, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1859 August 10

Chambige has not been able to procure Brothers to take charge of the orphans, when the house is completed and with the approval of Bishop Martin Spalding, he intends to visit Europe for the purpose of finding a religious Society who will undertake this work. He asks Purcell if he knows any Societies in France, Ireland, or Belgium which might take the work. He says he may take with him one of two of the young men to improve their teaching for the Seminary. He says that the Bishop wishes him to procure two or three clergymen but Chambige is afraid this will be difficult to do. He says his health has been declining the past year and hopes his trip will give him strength. During his absence Father Ed. O'Driscoll will direct the Seminary, assisted by competent teachers. Chambige says the three seminarians who have just completed their Philosophy are intended to continue study at St. Mary's of the West. He believes all three of these are more talented than those sent last year. He asks Purcell to pray for his success in Europe. :: II-4-o A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.