Chatard, Father Silas M., Rome, Italy, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1869 June 9

Purcell's letter and draft was received, the latter being receipted and credited to Mr. Henry's account. He spoke to Cardinal Barnabo of Purcell's request for a bishop for Covington . However, the suffragans of the province have not sent in the names of those approved by them. Cardinal Alexander Barnabo, informed him that Purcell had been asked to have the names as soon as possible. He gave a commission to Don Guiseppe. At present Purcell's account is credited about one thousand francs. but Mr. Cusack's and Mr. Geyers' pensions are due, which will require a remittance of nearly twice as much as that. The Cincinnati students are well, though the warm weather begins to tell on them. He mentions Fathers Corcoran, O'Connor, and Mr. Watts. He hopes Purcell will visit them at the American College. He sends regards to Father Edward Purcell and the other gentleman of the Cathedral. There is enclosed a statement of Mr. James Henry's account. :: II-5-d A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.