Chatard, Father Silas M., Genzano, Italy, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1866 October 14

Today's mail brought Purcell's letter containing the bill of exchange. They were agreeably surprised at the arrival of the telegram from the Prelates. They are praying for the success of the Council. No doubt Purcell has heard of the terrible insurrection in Sicily. Large bodies of Victor Emmanuel's troops have been collected at the frontiers of Rome to prevent brigandage. Some assert that the French will not abandon the states of the church. Byrne, Cusack, Ullrick, and Geyer are well. Chatard is rejoiced to hear that vocations are becoming more numerous. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.