Chatard, Father Silas M., Rector American College,, Albano Italy, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1874 September 3

He received a draft in Purcell's name from Bishop James F. Wood of Philadelphia for 5558 francs. He thanks Purcell for his kindness and assistance in the matter. He reports the brilliant success of Mr. Henry Moeller at the examinations. He captured three first prizes in theology and drew with others for a fourth. He received the the golden medal in consequence in competition with students of the Greek, Irish, and American colleges. All of the American students did well and were complimented by Cardinal Franchi. Archbishop John McCloskey of New York is in Rome.Bishop David W. Bacon of Portland, Maine was taken sick at sea and remains at Brest. Father Anderson is also there. Anderson and he were at an audience with the Holy Father and Cardinal Antonelli. The letter is written on the blank pages of a printed receipt filled in for 5558 francs for burses and signed by Chatard. :: II-5-f A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.