Mackey, Father D. M. Seminaire de St. Sulpice, Paris, France, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1873 December 31

No special time is required as to the Catalogue. Those actually in the dioceses are to be mentioned. Issy is still the same old Issy. Philosophy is still taught there; there are about 100 students. He misses the moutain exercise. He imagined Purcell would have hard work to coax Father Hayes from the place. It has many charms, but they are not appreciated until one is deprived of them. There was quite a stir about Bazaine here for a few days. Father Hamon Hannon's health is still well, although he is looking quite old. He says Mass every day and occasionally sings Solemn Mass and preaches. He is glad St. Patrick's priests are doing so well. Purcell's seminary must number about 175, most of them theologians. In the ordinations about 125 received orders, and 25 were ordained priests. Americans coming to France should bring their passports. The weather is delightful. All of the students are well and send Purcell their kindest regards. Christmas is very quiet around here. The Roman charge is too dear. It is not every one who can pay for himself there, if they continue to charge $354 per annum. :: II-5-f A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.