Scope and Contents Stanislaus has just finished "Father Ravignan" and thanks Hudson for recommending it. The reading of such a book recalls the wandering mind to the main point in a pleasing way. He found Mr. Calkins at home one evening and was able to talk matters over. All that is wanted is action as the rights of the case are clear. Calkins believes Senator Blaine will be the Republican candidate for President as he is rising and Grant is descending. Stanislaus would like Mr. Rodgers to send the...

Scope and Contents The Georgetown people think Egan should have put "Preludes" out for their building. Egan has great admiration for the Jesuits but they do not turn out as good Catholics as the Holy Cross Fathers. Their students are men of the old world. Should Egan write the circular? Johnson, who runs "Scribners", declares he can do no more good for Egan now, than Stedman did, in June of "Songs and Sonnets." Egan is trying to work something so "Scribners" will give an article on Notre Dame. The...

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Egan will write tomorrow. J. G. S.'s address is given. Egan will send the private address later. :: X-2-f A. Postcard S. 32mo

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Hudson's binding has been completed and the books will be on the next steamer. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Enclosed is the Report of the Joint Committee of General Assembly of Maryland. Brother Alexius would like it published in the Ave Maria. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo

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Permission to use "The Sleeping Song" from "Preludes" is requested. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo

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Enclosed are some manuscripts translated from Father Rigolence, S. J., by a priest who is now dead. They were returned by the Catholic Publication Society. If Hudson finds them unsatisfactory, they should be returned. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo

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Mrs. Dorsey has been ill with congestion of the lungs. Her son-in-law died on the 12th from a lingering illness. He had no hopes of recovery but they were unprepared for the supreme sacrifice. She speaks of his life and his death and burial. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 8pp. 12mo

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Mary Mannix has translating to do for the "Catholic World." She has the fragments of a story which she will alter for the Ave Maria. Part of it was published long ago. Hudson may keep the "Via Coneis" until next year if he wishes. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo

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A book about Lourdes is being sent for a notice in the Ave Maria. A friend of Russell's is interested. :: X-2-f A. Postcard S. 32mo

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Miss Waylen sends a sketch for the Children's Department in the April issue. If Hudson does not like the passage of "The Devil's Jump" he may strike it out. If it is not satisfactory it should be returned. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo

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The proof sheets of "The Lord's Chamber" is being sent today. Some pages need revision, as the proof reader was careless. Its insertion in the "Ave Maria" should be widely noticed in advance. The copyright will be sent when Hudson requires it. :: X-2-f A. Postcard S. 2pp. 32mo.

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She sends some items clipped from the Chicago "Times" and "Sun." They may serve as personals for the "Scholastic." If printed, she requests a copy. She hopes Hudson will be able to visit her brother as he enjoys Hudson's visits. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Reliharr sends a dollar for the priest in the West to whose case Hudson called attention to in the Ave Maria under "Catholic Notes." He hopes other readers of the Ave Maria will contribute to such a worthy cause. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He thanks Hudson for the kind words about the "Illustrated Weekly." McGee is indebted to Notre Dame for many kind deeds and acts. The occasional notices have aided in making the "Illustrated Weekly" a success. Hudson may have the cuts whenever he desires. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 8 vo

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Mrs. Paul acknowledges the receipt of $10 sent by order of her son, Daniel Paul. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Miss Churchill mailed a translation entitled "St. Martin's Summer" which should please Hudson more than the last two she wrote. If accepted, deduct amount of postage in returning other manuscripts from payment. She has 6 sketches or stories Hudson may have if he desires. She gives titles and content. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 4pp. 16mo

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Stoddard sent Hudson some poems and then received the letter asking for some. He will send others to Hudson for the donation. Stoddard published a volume of verses in 1867. At that time it was thought that he would gain prominence in that line, but the gift of writing has left him. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo

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Hudson's money order received and is correct. Miss Howe wants to visit Notre Dame when she may see Hudson and Father Granger. There will be a Requiem Mass said by Father van de Laar in honor of Rose on her anniversary. Miss Howe offers her services to the Ave Maria, if Hudson desires any of her work. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo

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"Faith of Our Fathers" received. A bill came from O'Shea for books received. O'Shea allows 50% and 10% off, not 60%. Spillard will remit to either Hudson, Murphy or O'Shea. :: X-2-f A.Postcard S. 32mo

Scope and Contents Egan wants to take all of the best phrases out of the notices, including the notice of "Song and Sonnets" in Scribner. Dallas has no reason to be angry with Hickey as it was Egan who got his poem upside down, and also declined one of his manuscripts, which was excellent but too long. Hudson should make Dallas understand that Mr. Hickey admires him. The "Ave Maria" has improved in the last 2 years. Hudson has too much to do. If only Egan and Hudson had Scribner's resources and staff....

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He sends $10 for the manual. Gloden is sending a copy to the Bishop at Hudson's request. He has been busy preparing for Easter. He appreciates all that Hudson has done to promote the confraternity, and recommends himself to Hudson's prayers. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo

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She sends subscription price for the Ave Maria. The last number received was Number 13. She would like to know if Hudson wants to print her story, "Maplewood" in the Ave Maria. Hudson should not reply by postal card. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.

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Jenkins sends 9 poems. "Our Lady's Sennight" has commenced publication in the Ave Maria. Hudson will have trouble with the latter half of the manuscripts. Jenkins would like to have 12 extra copies of the Ave Maria sent to an Academy in Uniontown, Ky. He would like 3 copies sent to himself. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo

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Miss Howe encloses some specimens of material found in their field. One of the compounds is believed to be copper or aluminum. The back numbers of the Ave Maria she would like to have are listed. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo

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The vestments, linen and material for flowers were received, but no maniple. He hopes many will read the article in the Ave Maria and help him. A poor appearing church many times frightens people into total indifference. If priests knew of the wants of frontier missions they would do much more to help them out. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo

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Miss Baker sends manuscripts that need not be returned if rejected. Hudson should put an abler pen to work if hers are not favorable. She has been desperate over poor desolate altars and could hold her pen no longer. A new church nearby has dust laden altars. The Altar Society is in a state of decline. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 8vo

Scope and Contents Sister Ignatia cannot write a notice of the enclosed. As a Christmas play it is a failure. Father General would never allow it to be seen in any representation. There is no personality, nor refinement. Unpleasant historical facts are emphasized with no antidote. Sister Ignatius would not take the trouble to notice the work. The private experience of Mother McAuley could be told by the Sister that wrote it. The writer could also brand the name of a woman who left the Order of Mercy....

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The delay of Hudson's copy of the "Catholic Heroes and Heroines" was due to an oversight of the publishers. It was mailed today with best regards. :: X-2-f A.Postcard S. 32mo

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He sends a communication on the Triduo of St. Benedict at St. Vincent's Abbey and College. It is to be published if satisfactory. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo