Loughlin, John Bishop of Brooklyn, Brooklyn, New York, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1859 September 24

Father Thomas Walsh exercised the ministry in the Brooklyn diocese for two years. He became remiss upon the discharge of his duties, and after an admonition Loughlin requested him to leave the diocese. Later he acknowledged his errors and promised amendment in a note received from him. He denies that he was seen under the influence of liquor. Although he seems to have exalted notions of his abilities, the trials he has passed through will serve him for the future. Some Bishop should give him a trial for he is capable of doing much good. As he is free from all ecclesiastical censure Loughlin hopes that Purcell will give him this trial. :: II-4-o A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.