Carriere, S.S., Father Joseph, Superior, Paris, France, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1861 January 15

Carriere regrets his failure to write, and that his wishes for the new year are late. But God who sees the sincerity of his heart will bless Purcell. Purcell already knows the Mr. Richter has gone to Rome. Mr. flint is with them but he is a hard man to understand. He does not form easily and if Purcell is not sure of his vocation, he will advise him to return home. They are satisfied with Mr. O'Regan and Mr. Dutton, the latter has ardor and good will but does not take sufficient care of himself. He has been spitting blood. Bishop John Lamy consumes his money in advance. Someone at the Association of the Propagation said he had lately disposed of a very notable sum. Of the sum sent by Purcell he has obtained only 3500 francs but he hopes to get the rest in April. As to the sum Purcell has for M. Demange, Carriere has learned that M. Coutret, who has charge of his affairs died in April. His widow asks that Purcell preserve the sum in deposit until Demange reappears or is declared legally dead. Coutret had asked for a general discharge from this affair but did not receive it. The widow suggests that Purcell have this granted so that Coutret's family will be freed from the importunities of Demange's sisters. Carriere felicitates Purcell on the good news from America, with the $100,000 buildings, but the agitation between the States causes some anxiety. If Maryland joins the Secession this will be especially interesting. Their great preoccupation is with Rome. Actually he can say nothing because they know nothing but to pray and place their confidence in God. :: II-5-a A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.