Dwenger, C.PP.S. Father Joseph, Carthagena, Ohio, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1868 December 20

He tells Purcell of the success of his missions near Toledo. In the last place, Metamora, the Sacraments were received by some who had not been to them for as long as 25 years. One was baptized, and 8 more are receiving instructions. Dwenger thinks Purcell overestimates the latter's ability, but he will be very happy to come to preach a retreat at the Cathedral. It will be 2 weeks before he can get there, and suggests that Purcell appoint a time during Lent. Dwenger relates events of the society Precious Blood and tells Purcell where the various missionaries are now preaching. Father A Kunkler joins Dwenger in wishing Purcell a Merry Christmas. :: II-5-d A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.