Blanchet, Augustine Magloirea Bishop of Nesqualy, Vancouver, W.T. Canada, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1873 June 23

The Sisters of Charity founded in his diocese in 1856 have hitherto only the poorest buildings for themselves and their institute, and these have proved insufficient for those whom they lodge. They have been forced to build a new institute which though not a superb building will take care of their needs. Lacking the means for this, and unable to obtain them from the diocese, the poorest in the United States, they have sought permission to collect in certain eastern dioceses where they hope to find generous persons. Purcell's diocese is one of these and Blanchet asks Permission for them to make this collection. He asks a response, and at the same time asks remembrance in Purcell's prayers. :: II-5-f L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.