Duggan, James Bishop of Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1859 November 14

Duggan received a letter from Bishop Amadeus Rappe of Cleveland concerning Father Brisard's application. In his answer to the Bishop he said he had nothing against Brisard but he could not recommend him because he has been at war with his people and could be justly charged with want of discretion and judgment. Some of his people charge him with intemperance. The French Canadians are exceedingly conscious and it is hard for a priest to escape them without blame. Duggan is glad to hear that Purcell's passing visit to Chicago leaves him with pleasant memories and hopes Purcell can make the trip again. Duggan hopes to be remembered by Father Edward and the clergy as well as by Purcell. :: II-4-o A.L.S. 3pp. 10mo.