Franchi, Alexander, Cardinal Prefect, Rome, Italy, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1874 March 13

After the death of Cardinal Alexander Barnabo, the Holy Father appointed Franchi as prefect of the Sacred Congregation of the Propaganda, although he did not consider himself worthy of the honor. Franchi takes this means to inform Purcell of his appointment and to ask his prayers before the Eternal Chief of Pastors. :: II-5-f Printed Document, Latin 1p. 8vo.