Carriere, S.S., Father Joseph C., St. Sulpice, Paris, France, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1860 April 5

He received the money order for the expenses of Mr. O'Regan. As for the 800 francs of Bishop John B. Lamy, he encloses the response of the secretary of the Propagation of the Faith. He did his best for the cause of that good prelate, but Lamy must act directly himself. It is consoling to see the interest that all the Catholics of the world take in what concerns the Holy Father. It is indifferent whether Purcell sends the money to Rome or to Cardinal Barnabo. What Purcell tells him of his churches, schools, etc. give him pleasure. In France the episcopal matter is not such as it is in America. It is important that the bishops remain at their posts as much as they can. A month ago they saw the Bishop of Toronto Armand de Charbonnel who wishes to retire; he has already prevented his nomination as coadjutor to New Orleans. He is at Rome now to prevent the return to such an idea and also to plead the cause of some dioceses of Canada. He wishes to enter the Capuchins. Carriere spoke about the nominations for New Orleans . One ought not to intervene but it is good that Cardinal Alexander Barnabo has some information. A great event is going to pass for Carriere; he is going to take a trip to Rome. Some persons are going to Rome to speak against them. That is why Carriere decided to make the trip. They are content with M. O'Regan; for his ordination they will do the best. They do not go so fast in that matter as they do in other countries. :: II-5-a A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo. French