Lynch, Sister Rose, St. Mary's Convent, Somerset, Ohio, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1866 December 14

The check for $1,200 reached them yesterday. She cannot express her gratitude for the money and for Purcell's kindness. They would not have dared asked aid had not Purcell encouraged them. Nor would they have had any success if Purcell had not interested himself in their behalf. Purcell writes that he will soon consign them over to Bishop Sylvester H. Rosecrans. They will always look upon Purcell as a tender Father. They hope they will prove themselves dutiful children in Rosecrans' regard. P.S. She has rheumatism in her right hand so she had Sister re-write the letter for her. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.