Box CEDW 5

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It is the day after Easter and he doesn't feel like studying. The Fordham baseball team is going to play Princeton in April. He is getting tired of Latin and Greek. He doesn't like the way the classes are arranged here as well as at Notre Dame. He read where the Laetare Medal was given to Daniel Dougherty. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.

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The picture Edwards sent is an excellent likeness and will take its place in the parlor with the Bishops of the diocese. He would like Luigi Gregori to paint a picture of St. Joseph in the Cathedral before he leaves for Europe. They can allow him $1000 for such a picture. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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He asks Edwards to send a few letters of recommendation and introduction for his partner W. Kjelgaard. Culliny is now a stock holder in the Barnston Tea Co. thanks to Edwards and Catholic friends. His partner will visit those institutions they cannot visit on their journey for fall trade. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He will offer no excuses for not writing. If nothing happens, he will meet Edwards in Chicago about the 17th. Mary has been home since before Easter. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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She asks Edwards to send Charlie's things home. Charlie is much better. The boys are well. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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He asks Edwards if he was able to have the painting of Bishop Anthony O'Regan photographed. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He is sorry to say that the engraving has not reached him. He will do all in his power to trace it. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He asks that Edwards accept this note as a pledge of future decorum in Modern History class. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He selected "Horatius" in Macauly's "Lays of Ancient Rome" for Monarch. It needs considerable cutting which Lyman will do. He prefers that Monarch study it with him from the start. P.S. He sends kindest regards toJames F. Edwards. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Enclosed Edwards may find $1.00 as a small donation from the following persons for the benefit of the library. He lists the names. He will try to send some books soon from the same persons. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He asks for copies of the play "Joseph and his Brothers" or any other nice Catholic plays for boys. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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They arrived well. :: XI-1-i Telegram

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He has occasion to refer to the Freeman's Journal of 1841 and Mr. Ford, the editor, tells him that the only file of that year is in the library at Notre Dame. He is writing an article on the history of Fordham College and would like an account of the opening June 24, 1841 and thought a notice may be in the Journal. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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In looking over some old papers he found the enclosed photo of Archbishop John Ireland of St. Paul taken after his ordination. There is not another one of them in existence. Boland will never forget his last trip to Notre Dame. The fate that befell the floor of the Bishop's corridor on that night often amuses him. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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He has been expecting to hear from Edwards in reference to some letters of introduction for W. Kjelgaard, his partner in the Barnston Tea Co. He can never forget Edwards' act of kindness. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He wants Edwards to drop a line to Father M.J.P. Dempsey who is Bishop Caspar H. Borgess' of Detroit administrator and thank him for the portrait as Dempsey is in a position to aid in the collection. O'Brien sends his photo. He asks that this letter be destroyed. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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The portrait arrived and is a fair likeness. His mother has not seen it yet. He sends Edwards a number of letters of Father Edward Sorin, C.S.C. from 1843 to 1856, one of Bishop Benedict J. Flaget, 1841 and one of Archbishop Patrick J. Ryan of Philadelphia :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Estelle Huffer was quite worn out from their trip and was laid up for several days. Edwards can imagine the joy and happiness that greeted them on their return. They regret that their trip was so hurried and will remember with pleasure the two happy days at Notre Dame; many times he has sung the praises of the beautiful university to his friends. He asks if Edwards heard of the deaths of Tim Carney and his daughter of Waukesaha. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 6pp. 12mo.

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He has not yet moved to Milwaukee waiting for the Consistory. As soon as he can he will see what he can send for Bishops' Memorial Hall. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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He thanks Edwards for the compliment but he can't compliment the baby too highly. When Edwards is in Chicago he could take a run up on the lumber barge. The Captain would make Edwards at home. He was surprised to hear that Edwards expected another trip to Europe this year. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.

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They thank him for his beautiful gift.

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He sends $10 for Masses at the privileged altar for the repose of the souls of his grandfather and grandmother.

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She thought it very kind of Edwards in remembering Benita and her on the occasion of their First Holy Communion. They thank him for having a Mass offered.

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He takes the liberty of sending Edwards a reciept for six francs for a years subscription to the "Revue de la Science Nouvelle" and hopes Edwards will soon remit the amount.

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The beautiful picture of Father Junipero Serra reached him. It is most artistic, worthy of the pencil of Luigi Gregori. He will treasure it as a rare gift. He hopes to see Edwards this fall as he is going east and will drop off at the College.

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They have some pictures at the seminary that need retouching. They can give Paul Wood a few weeks work. Ryan will see if the family who desires the painting of St. Joseph think well of Luigi Gregori's painting it in Europe.

Scope and Contents It distresses him to read such despondent words from Edwards. He spoke to Edwards as he would to no living man. In order to complete his history he must sacrifice his library. The New York acceptance of his offer was made promptly. To obtain 500 subscribers ought to be easy. He asks if Edwards could take up the project if they abandon it. Shea's own credit requires him to keep the U. S. Catholic Historical Society alive for at least a year. In the matter of collections Edwards is alone. He...

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He is not sure if Edwards said he would give him a medal this year or not. He would be pleased to have Edwards for commencement.

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He thanks Edwards for sending letters of introduction for his partner W. Kjelgaard.

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He will attend to those affairs at once. He encloses his report for the week and asks about sending some volumes to the bindery. :: XI-1-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.