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Scope and Contents Rousselon has returned from visiting his children Ursulines and Sister asks for news of the two houses. She also asks news of Bishop Chanche. They are expecting Bishop John Mary Odin, C.M. ; there is no one with fewer resources. He is loved and esteemed by all. She asks Rousselon to take an interest in this mission; there is hardly anything but going and coming here. However their Bishop is glad to have them as are all the priests. They speak of peace, God grant it. Rousselon can do her a...

Scope and Contents When Sister heard of the arrival of the two missionaries for Texas, she could not restrain herself from writing to ask permission to go with them. But having delayed in sending her letter, they left without her. The longer one puts off something, the harder it becomes. She asks Blanc's help in carrying out the generous plan of the Community Ursulines and their agreement with Bishop John Mary Odin, C.M. ; they will not be an expense to him. She recalls that Sister St. Marthe R.U. began an...

Scope and Contents After Sister tells Blanc, she seems to be able to accept what he is pleased to order. The good work Widows' Asylum? left vacant by Miss Martin' s death might be an act of Providence especially for St. Arsène. It could be the grain of mustard seed. It comes before Texas. This good work in Texas is a mystery to St. Arsène. For a long time she has spoken only to Blanc about it; the Americans speak of it only in English and with loud bursts of laughter. But this good which Miss martin leaves is...

Scope and Contents In May last year, she received a letter from Blanc in reply to one she had written about her zeal for the abandoned people and less fortunate youth. Blanc told her that her superiors were not unaware of how to use her zeal. But since he also told her that he was far from blaming her for telling him of her dispositions, she is writing again. She would like either a religious congregation for colored girls Negroes or for their free externs in town. As her group does not share this desire, and...

Scope and Contents It could be that at the moment of carrying out the foundation resolved on by the Chapter, the idea of war would stop people who last year were full of enthusiasm. For more than 10 years the enemy of good has hindered plans for youth by whispering the word, war. This must be thwarted. Blanc knows that St. Arsène is devoted to this cause; she is convinced that God will protect those who wish to contribute to the spiritual good of a young people Negroes? who as yet have not been provided for....

Scope and Contents She has lately learned of Blanc's return to New Orleans. On October 22, Father Napoleon Joseph Perché announced that the Mother Superior would not go to Texas as in charge of the foundation but only if necessary to install those appointed there. St. Arsène and several Sisters were to be in charge. Her joy at getting a small corner of the Lord's vineyard was well tempered by the responsibility. She asks if Blanc knows about this and if he authorized it. A week later the Mother Superior...

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Blin received Toohey's letter of November 8. Patrick Toohey died of cholera on November 24. He was employed in the St. Louis Hotel up to the time of his death. :: VI-1-f A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

Scope and Contents Blineau's will. He names Antoine Carriere as residual heir and legatee and in case of death, his wife Emma Carriere. To his wife Therese, Blineau leaves a house in St. Anne Street and $400 income for life. He gives liberty to all his slaves and 15 a day for life; $100 to each if they leave the country. To his sister, the widow Lemoine, the enjoyment of six properties in the city. To his nephews and nieces Gillois? four houses opposite the Place d' Armes. To the four Carriere daughters the...

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Perché's letter informed her of the arrival of the dispensation for her marriage. She was lost and Perché saved her with a word. Her marriage took place on the 20th, by their pastor. Her fiancé deeply appreciated the marks of affection in Perché's letter. Her husband joins her in thanking Perché and they plan to present their respects in person the next time they are in New Orleans. :: VI-3-d A.L.S. French 3pp. 12mo.

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He was very agreeably surprised at hearing from Edwards. College days already seem to be a dream of the far receding past. He is still jogging along in a profession into which he has been in a manner forced. He was astounded when he read that Rose Wile was drowned. :: XI-1-d A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

Scope and Contents He is sorry that he could not meet Edwards when he passed through Vincennes. He is glad to know that George Clarke has determined to enter the Novitiate. He trusts that musical matters boom at the university. He saw an account of Edwards' presence in the East; he did not think that Edwards was such a "heartbreaker." He is confident that all will go well with Father Thomas Walsh C.S.C. as President. He is sorry to hear of Mother Angela's removal from St. Mary'sAcademy . Bloom tells Edwards to...

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No doubt Edwards is in good health and is congratulating himself on the increase in students. He asks many questions about Notre Dame. Is George Clarke still keeping books and making stump speeches? His mother has been in poor health. He prays every Sunday for her death-bed conversion. :: XI-1-c A.L.S. 4pp. 8vo.

Scope and Contents He attended the Cincinnati and Louisville Expositions. It is surprising to observe what preparations are made to exhibit the industries and resources of the nation. He met Mike and John Kaufmann as both are in Cincinnati and are engaged in the brewery business with their father; Frank Wall is in the Custom House at Louisville; Sam Spaulding is still in the law business. He is glad to see that the College has a large class this year. He asks for a catalogue as the results of the year's work...

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Father Peythien has promised to search for the bush Edwards mentions; if found it shall be Edwards'. He will attend the commencement. :: XI-1-c A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Bloss, sends a clipping from the Commercial which alludes to McMaster. He sends it because he does not believe that McMaster exchanges with that paper. :: I-1-n A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

Scope and Contents Had she known that Bishop Claude Marie Dubuis was going to New Orleans she would have written. She heard that Odin's health had suffered lately. Dubuis must have told Odin of the consecration of the pretty church in Victoria, November 1. On that day her son Robert was confirmed, she has one child more to instruct, little George. Their congregation in Lavaca is rather small. The Bishop sent Father Peter Richard to Victoria and Father Augustin Gardet was able to come and say Mass once in 5 or...

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Their Bishop has appointed a priest for Lavaca, Indianola, Texana, and Matagorda. Their congregation wishes to build a church. They have one lot and will do all they can to collect. She asks Odin's permission to their priest to visit New Orleans to collect. There have been a good number of First Communions and fourteen? Confirmations. :: VI-2-l A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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She thanks Odin for his letter of May 5 with its letter from her South American relative. She asks Odin to forward the enclosed return letter Sister St. Gertrude wrote that she had sent to Odin a small box containing some flowers and vases for the church at Lavaca. She asks Odin to forward the box, but not by express. Her husband and children send their regards. :: VI-2-n A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Last January 6, L. Lafargue, successor of Am. Lutton, in reply to Bloud et Barral's claim for a debt of 368 francs and 90 centimes, sent them a letter of which a copy is enclosed. Because of their extreme need, they ask Perché to pay them as soon as possible. A.L.S. Enclosure:

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He supposes Notre Dame is clothed in snow. His mother thanks Edwards for the invitation. He spent Christmas with a sore-throat. :: XI-1-b A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

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He gives a list of books and papers he is sending to McMaster. He asks that McMaster mention in the Journal that Bluemeling is taking subscriptions for the "Month" and will have the copies sent from London direct to the subscriber. The price is $5.00 in advance. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Father Blume, pleased with the news of Brownson's publishing project, subscribes to the entire work and offers to pay in advance, with proper discount for so doing. He hopes the columes will be a substantially bound. He is able to purchase the volume by means of a legacy left him by a parishioner. :: III-3-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Edwards' letter of the 22nd has just arrived. He is pleased to be remembered. He thanks Edwards for the kind invitation and will stop at Notre Dame if he comes west. Edwards' orders will be carried out to the letter. :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 2pp.

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He wishes a Happy New Year and hopes to see Edwards soon. XI-2-h Card, signed

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He is sorry that he cannot attend the commencement, as his school continues until June 25. He applied for a position in the Manual Training High School in Indianapolis. He is overburdened with work in Chicago, 8 or 9 recitations a day and has little time left for his personal studies. :: XI-2-d A.L.S. 200

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She wishes Edwards a Happy New Year and thanks him for his kind wishes. They hope to have the pleasure of seeing him at their home in New York. He must not forget to call this year. :: XI-2-j A.S.(Calling card)

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They are sending Edwards a copy of the proceedings of the National Conference of Charities and Correction, which they ask Edwards to accept with their compliments. They ask if Edwards desires to continue receiving them. :: XI-2-h L.S.(Printed) 1p.

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Bobb sends McMaster $1.20 as mission dues to aid the Indian Missions. This sum has been collected by Mrs. Margaret McGowan and Miss Julia Fitzpatrick. The names of the 20 contributors are listed. Bobb promises to write McMaster soon in reference to securing subscriptions for the Freeman's Journal. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Bobb sends McMaster $2.25 as mission dues to aid the Indian Missions. The 3 contributors of the money are listed. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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A sample volume of Hamlet by Professor Edward Dowden is sent to Edwards today. They Explain their special offer to college professors. :: XI-2-j TYPED 1p.