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Scope and Contents O'Donahue writes McMaster concerning a petition, signed by himself and the Catholic Clergy and some of the laity of St. John's Parish, to incorporate St. Johns parish school in the common school system of Indianapolis. The petition provided that the same teachers, Brothers of the Sacred Heart, were to continue in charge of the school and that the parish would still retain the building as its own property. It was also agreed that during school hours, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. no religious...

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O'Donnel has been requested by a very sincere friend to ask McMaster what he should do with a large sum of gold. He has great confidence in McMaster's judgment, and he wishes his advice on this matter. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1pp. 12mo.

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She asks about the terms of subscribing to the Ave. She is a public school teacher. Mayport is a small town and the pastor visits them only once a month. She offers her services as a contributor. There have been many good writers in her family. Charles J. Kickham was a relative of her father. :: X-2-j A.L.S. 4 pp. 12mo.

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Whom It May Concern They certify that they have been seen Father John Whelan frequently since his return to New York; they are of the opinion that a residence in a southern climate would aggravate his complaint. Signed also by Dr. Philip R. O'Reilly and Dr. R. Dillon A.L.S. :: VI-1-g A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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O'Donnell corrects the opinion he expressed regarding the Bienville Square . The one he had reference to is 5 squares further out; therefore the allusions to swamps, etc. have no ground. He does not wish the opinions he expresses to have any weight in the choice to be made. :: VI-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

Scope and Contents O'Donnell hopes Blanc will grant this request to build a small house on the unoccupied portion of the lot of St. Patrick's Church. O'Donnell could remove his bookstore; he is willing to pay a fair rent for it and also if he can be of service in renting pews or receiving payments, he will do so. Thee store he is in now is going to be pulled down; there is no other place around here that would answer and he prefers being near the church. He spoke of it to J. Devereux who thought very favorably...

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Annexed is a copy of the application O'Donnell sent to Father James Ignatius Mullon today. Should Mullon surmise that O'Donnell had already applied to Blanc, O'Donnell will admit it, but that he received no answer, that Blanc did not appear against it but wished O'Donnell to get Mullon's consent first. A.L.S. On the same paper:

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At the time the books credited on the enclosed bill no enclosure were sent to O'Donnell, the clergyman who brought them asked him to make out the bill and send it to Blanc. He does not know whether the clergyman meant there was anything left by Father Casimir Mouret to pay it. If there is anything in O'Donnell's favor, he will be pleased; if not, he will mark it off his accounts. :: VI-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

Scope and Contents The Tract and Bible Society who own the lot between O'Donnell and the Oddmen's Hall, are going to build on it this spring. As their lot runs through the middle of O'Donnell's bookstore, he will be obliged to move. O'Donnell has been wishing St. Patrick's Church would put up a small house on that part of the lot now unoccupied. He is willing to pay a fair rent. If the funds of the church could not be spared, O'Donnell could raise money to do so, and after a certain time, the whole improvement...

Scope and Contents He wishes to secure all the information he can get about Father Edward Gillen, C.S.C. In 1841 Gillen lived in Hartford and organized a class in singing; he was an expert violinist; he travelled through the west as agent for the "Boston Pilot" and finally entered the Congregation of Holy Cross. He believes Gillen was a chaplain during the Civil War. He asks the date of his death, if he taught at Notre Dame, where buried, etc. Note on reverse side: Gillen studied at Notre Dame and sold books...

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He believes there is in Bishops' Memorial Hall a picture of Bishop William Tyler of Hartford. As O'Donnell is writing a "History of the Diocese of Hartford", the picture would add much to the value of the book. He asks for a copy. Note added by Edwards: Photograph of Tyler lying in state taken by De Forest, Detroit. :: XI-2-b A.L.S. 1p.

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The picture of Bishop Tyler which Edwards loaned him is at the office for publishers in Philadelphia. He will send for it and return it at once. :: XI-2-b A.L.S. 1p.

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He returns photo of Bishop Tyler which Edwards loaned him some time ago. He thanks Edwards for the use of it. :: XI-2-b A.L.S. 1p.

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The healthy state of the Sodality suggests that he remind McFarland that he has not written. Father George Flaut is the Director this year. They have purchased an album for the members. He quotes for McFarland the rules for the non-resident members. :: I-1-a A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

Scope and Contents O'Donnell delayed an answer to Odin's letter until he made the necessary inquiries. Margaret Lucas was left 20 pounds by her deceased uncle. It seems that his disposal of property was unjust as he did not leave anything to his wife who is living in O'Donnell's parish. The executors have resolved to keep something in reserve for her. All the other claimants have consented. He sends the enclosed no enclosure draft for 10 pounds, and also a discharge which Odin should get signed by Margaret and...

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O'Donnell received a note from his brother, the Police Justice, asking him to call on (Seton). There is a Bill before the House of Assembly doing away with the present three police courts and substituting two, the justices to be appointed by the mayor. His brother says that Mayor (P.F.) Wansermight appoint a Democrat and feels that a word from (Seton) might secure him the position.

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He thanks Seton for his efforts in his brother's behalf. Had he been successful his obligation could be no greater.

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He thanks Edwards for the kind remembrance and hopes he is enjoying good health. He has the good position of Invoice and shipping clerk. :: XI-1-j A.L.S. 2pp.

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He did not know that Father Sorin was dead. He heard today that Brother Paul was dead. Everything is pretty dull around Saginaw. The factory is running half time. :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 1p.

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He received the paper containing Bishop Spaulding's sermon and the notice of Father Morrissey's appointment. The sermon was fine. He was shocked to hear of Father Walsh's death. :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 2pp.

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Enclosed are some verses for the Ave Maria by Virginia C. Arnold. :: X-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.

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He sends McMaster $5.20 of which $2.50 goes to his credit and the balance to the credit of Charles O'Donnell. Charles cannot continue the Journal, but he will as long as McMaster publishes it. :: I-2-c A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Owing to her mother's illness she writes to thank Edwards for the beads. An agreement regarding the estate has been reached. Mrs. Nester is to have the home and the remainder is to be divided into fifths. Grandma is not very well. All send regards.

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After reading the story "Two Tramps" in the Ave Maria, she thought she could corroborate some of what the author had to say. :: X-3-d A.L.S. 4pp. 16mo.

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O'Donnell delayed hoping that the request would be granted and that she could show her gratitude by donating $1000 toward the raising of the Statue of Our Blessed Mother to the dome. :: X-2-l A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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O'Donnell claims that she could not help being interested in the Ave Maria after talking to Brother Augustine who was enthusiastic about the circulation of the Ave Maria. :: X-2-l A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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He hopes Edwards is enjoying good health; he remembered Edwards every day to have his health restored. :: XI-2-k Postcard, signed

Scope and Contents His brother, Thomas O'Donnell, will soon call on Blanc for advice in the way of business in New Orleans. O'Donnell begs Blanc to inquire the cause of his quitting his business in Brooklyn and sending his wife and child home to her parents. His action has aroused many suspicions and has exposed himself to losing his property, health, and reputation. O'Donnell begs Blanc to urge his brother's return to him; he is his only brother. He is sure he can find more security in Philadelphia than in a...

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As he finds that his brother has been advised by his wife's parents to retire to the south and place her under their guidance, he withdraws his proposal for Blanc to send him back. His brother has the best wishes of all her family as well as of all who know him. His integrity and prudence have been the constant theme of all who knew him. All his friends desire him to stay in New Orleans. :: V-5-g A.L.S. 1p. folio

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Father C. Mouret got $55.75 worth of books on May 8. O'Donnell sees by the morning papers that Mouret died on the 27th. As O'Donnell knows no one in Plaquemine, probably Blanc could get the books back if there is no provision to pay for them. O'Donnell wrote to Mouret about a month ago but received no answer. :: VI-1-b A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.