Chatard, Father Silas M., Albano, Italy, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1873 October 18

Purcell's draft has brought 1,027.40 francs which he has placed to the credit of Cincinnati. Purcell was right in saying that he had apid for the fur for the Cappa. He was pained to hear of Father W. Menke's death. He was a young man whose career at the College was very edifying and he counted on him to reward Purcell for the many sacrifices made in behalf of the College. He is the second alumnus of the College to die in a few months. He hopes Purcell is pleased with the proficiency and conduct of Father John F. Schoenhoeft as well as that of Messrs Moeller and Brummer, both exemplary students. He is glad to know that so much satisfaction was given by the little help he rendered to the persons Purcell presented to him by letter. Things look bad for the Church. Bismarck has required more energy and determination of the government in their persecution. The Jesuits expect to be expelled from the Gesu, St. Amdra, the Quirinal, the Roman College, the Caravita, and Sts. Vitale and Eusebris on Monday, Oct. 20. Msgr. Macchi has been appointed rector of the Gesu. Although the Roman College will be taken over by the authorities, steps have been taken to secure the lectures from interruption. Except for taxation, no measures against the American College have been spoken of. The Holy Father is enjoying good health, but is afflicted at what is going on. They all need prayers. :: II-5-f A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.