Lefevere, Peter P., Bishop of Zela, Detroit, Michigan, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1861 March 6

He most cheerfully accepts Purcell's invitation to his hospitality during the Council for nowhere does he feel happier than when in Purcell's company. Father P Hennaert will accompany him as his secretary. He has learned with deepest regret the sad affliction that has befallen their brother of Burlington, Bishop Louis De Goesbriand. He hopes De Goesbriand may sufficiently recover to continue his usefulness. Father Peter J. Lavialle should be persuaded to accept the episcopacy. Judge Wilkins continues to practice his religious duties with the utmost fidelity. :: II-5-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.