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Scope and Contents He did not wish to send the enclosed no enclosure letter without a few greetings from himself and their friends in Rome. He does not have any news but hopes to find some at Paris where he will remain for Easter. Perché knows of the divisions among the Catholics in France and the polemics raised by the attitude of the nuncio Archbishop Vladimir Czacki. Everyone at the Vatican is profoundly afflicted. Cardinal John Simeoni has asked him to send Perché his greetings in particular. VI-3-c -...

Scope and Contents Boursetty will be at Rome several days longer. Today he telegraphed to Perché the dispatch from Cardinal Giovanni Simeoni in reply to his request about dispensations for affinity. He has been without direct news of Perché for two months. Father Joseph Marie Millet in seven weeks has sent only one brief letter announcing the arrival of Father Hyacinthe Claude Mignot . 20,000 circulars are ready. It is agreeable to Father Leneuf that they meet with Mignot and adopt a plan from which they will...

Scope and Contents Perché's letter of November 17 gave him pleasure because he sees therein his heart and vigour of thought, but the contents caused him much pain. He is not alone in Rome in deploring the turn given to the administration of the diocese of New Orleans ; a judicial liquidation will produce the most unfortunate effect. Perché should oppose it, and Cardinal John Simeoni claims that he can. The solution indicated by Paul Emile Théard is the only practical one. Bishop Francis Xavier Leray wrote to...

Scope and Contents Perché's last letter caused him great chagrin, and he understands all that Perché must endure. To argue the nullity of bonds on which interest has been paid for five years is impossible. The delay in paying the interest will have the most deplorable effect in France. At Propaganda they are amazed at the attitude of Bishop Francis Xavier Leray . Perché can be tranquil; everyone is with him. Yesterday he had a long talk with Cardinal John Simeoni who recognizes Perché's authority over the...

Scope and Contents The two envoys of the corporation will be of the opinion that the solution is in Perché's hands. In Rome it is unanimous that Perché is a great bishop; Boursetty does not believe they have the same opinion of M. The Cardinal of Propaganda cannot officially write to Perché; his position is delicate but all his sympathies are with Perché. Perché knows the changes in the Vatican: Ricci is a Cardinal, Monsignor Macchi will not replace him, Leo XIII has chosen Monsignor Théoduli as majordomo,...

Scope and Contents Boutelou's conduct may appear very astonishing to Timon. He feels highly flattered by the attentions Timon had for him when he lived with Timon in learning the English language. The motive of Boutelou's delay lies in the loss of the barrel of cider and box of Father Louis Moni. Boutelou got on the steamboat at Mr. Davis' landing and passing by Mr. Pratte, Boutelou received his things on board by the yawl with the two boxes, one directed to Moni and the other to Father Jean Audisio. In...

Scope and Contents Boutelou's uncle informed him about the complaints Blanc made in his letter written since Boutelou's trip to New Orleans. His main reason for going was to take care of Father Nicholas ? Fort's business. He was disappointed in the funds he was supposed to receive from the French consul who had not yet received them. Through Mother Therese he learned that Blanc was absent so he went to see Father Stephen Rousselon . Rousselon misjudged him if he suspected that Boutelou was not interested in...

Scope and Contents Boutelou received Blanc's letter of July 25 only yesterday through Father Edward Barthe, pastor of Houma. It was only then that he met their pastor. As Boutelou went through here to go to Thibodeaux, Barthe showed him Blanc's letter in which Blanc proposed to come to Houma the next day and attend a meeting of the administrators of the church. When he learned how his colleagues had treated Blanc he was ashamed. On his arrival at Thibodeaux, he met his slave who came from Father Charles M....

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Boutillier asks Odin to take two letters to New Orleans and to forward them, one to Charles de Monsabert, proprietor at Planché Street in New Orleans, and the other to Henry Gascon employed at the land office in Donaldsonville. :: VI-2-f A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

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Bouttier is ready to follow Odin to America. Yesterday he received a letter from his parent's which gave their consent. He has not only the assent but also the encouragement of his director. His only fear is that some accident will prevent his departure. He asks permission to spend 12 days or two weeks with his family. :: VI-2-f A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Since General Ulysses S. Grant has been nominated for the Presidency of the United States by the New York Herald, he would like to call the attention of the Catholics of the country to an account by Lt. Colonel Fremantle, Coldstream Guards, Royal Army. It tells of the practice of Federal troops in Jackson, Mississippi in destroying, pillaging and looting private homes and other buildings with no military significance. Also, under the eyes of Grant, a Catholic Church, the priests' house,...

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He understands that W _____ H. Hurlbert is an editor of the New York World and he desires to say that although Hurlbert is a very good writer, he is not a Democrat and supported Fremont in 1856. He is an anti-slavery man, and has a brother who is a General in the Abolition Army. He was in prison with Boutwell in Richmond in 1861 and went South at the time of the secession to get an appointment in the Confederate Government. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Boutwell can sympathize with McMaster upon the death of Mrs. McMaster for he too had lost his wife the December before. No other earthly trial can compare to the loss of a good and devoted wife. God intended it for the best and as a reward for two of His good and faithful servants. The consolation that they both can take however is that there are in Heaven two Angels watching their struggles in this land of probation. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.

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On Perché's recommendation, Bouvier arranged to have Mr. de Sulpici Father B.? de Suplicy ? leave with a captain leaving for Havana. The boat left this morning. De Sulpici promised that his word indecipherable at Pensacola would serve as a lesson to him. As for payment, Bouvier is happy to be of service to Perché. :: VI-3-d A.L.S. French 1p. 8vo.

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Received from F.B. Dicharry $380 for the press and materials formerly used for the publication of the St. James Sentinel, all to be put on board the "Belle of the Coast." Clipping Enclosure:

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Provost Marshals of Parishes will cause the President's proclamation, designating the last Thursday of this month as a day of thanksgiving and prayers, to be published in newspapers and will serve copies of the same on clergymen with the request that they open their churches for public worship of the designated day. ` Printed L. ` Enclosure:

Scope and Contents Under seperate cover they mail a write-up of Notre Dame for Morrissey's consideration. They ask that he make any changes he sees fit. They would appreciate a sketch of Father Morrissey's life. (Note: Morrissey writes in the margin: "This will do when I am dead.") They would also like a sketch of Father Sorin. Any suggestions relative to procuring the privilege of inserting the portraits of the several provincials at a nominal cost would be appreciated. (Morrissey notes that their cuts will...

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At the suggestion of Rev. Andrew Morrissey C.S.C. they desire to ask Edwards to re-edit an article prepared of Notre Dame for the history of the Catholic church of Indiana. They ask that he look over dates and facts and to add anything he thinks fit. They would be pleased to have a sketch of Edwards and Morrissey.

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Some ten days ago they wrote asking a favor of reviewing the write-up of Notre Dame, but have received no word from Edwards. It was a Father Morrissey's suggestion they wrote to Edwards. Knowing that with Edwards' acquaintance of the institution the task would not be very great.

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The Central Labor Union of Cleveland has commenced agitating for the eight-hour work day. The agitation is to be national. They desire to enlist the aid of all who are in favor of the movement and ask Horstmann to preach at least one sermon on this question. Wage workers will never all be employed again under the present industrial system. :: XI-1-m A.L.S. 1p.

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They are sending all the books on his recent order that they have been able to get together. They might be able to secure the ones that are out of print by advertising for them. :: XI-2-d TYPED 1p.

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They send books on approval to those libraries which buy a bill of books weekly. They cannot afford to stock books which are ordered especially for libraries. Concerning Edwards' returns, they were books which they could readily sell and they were glad to accommodate him. :: XI-2-d TYPED 1p.

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Bower has been married since last Christmas. Last June they came to Buffalo where Dr. S. W. Bower purchased a drug store. Her brother Joseph Gordon is doing well but his health is poor. Colonel Elmer Otis has retired from active service and is living in San Diego. Elmer Otis? is in the Jesuit novitiate in the South. Mrs. Elmer Otis is the same lovely woman. :: X-3-m A.L.S. 3pp. 16mo.

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As a member of a committee of the American Library Association he desires to learn the library's attitude towards continuing the publication of the Catalogue of Title Entries, at a lower price and in a more available form. :: XI-2-i PRINTED 2pp.

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She would like some information about the Ursuline Convent at New Orleans as an institution for the education of young girls. She would like to place one of hers and would like to have a prospectus. P.S. Her address is Mrs. F.P. Bowers, care of Mr. Talcott. :: V-4-m A.L.S. French 2pp. 4to.

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Enclosed is a copy of the Daily Colonist, in hope that Hudson will send a copy of the Ave Maria in exchange. :: X-3-b A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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Bowles called on Onahan a week ago for material for a letter on the (Columbian Catholic) Congress which was printed in several leading newspapers. He leaves a few copies for Onahan. The lists of delegates sent by Onahan were all printed. (No enclosure.)

Scope and Contents Bowles wishes to build a school or charitable institution at French Lick, and to this end he offers a quarter grant of land to any Catholic group that will undertake the work. To McMaster's suggestion that a hospital would be better, Bowles remarks that he disagrees. He feels that in time French Lick will be much visited and that if McMaster can find the proper persons to take over, he will arrange suitable terms. The only reason he insists on terms is to be sure that the work will be...

Scope and Contents Her confessor is the subject of her communication. Two years ago, Bowman heard that their pastor was in the habit of becoming intoxicated. She was horrified and thought if it were so, Blanc ought to be informed. Father James Blake said in the pulpit that the people could not have him removed until he chose to go. She heard this evening that he told a thing two years ago that she knows passed in Confession. What is she to do? Blake is popular with Protestants on account of his social manners;...

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Bowman encloses several specimens of the material provided by the Episcopal Methodist Church to their Sabbath school children. He asks that McMaster denounce this trash in the Freeman's Journal, and that a copy of the paper be sent to Bowman, so that he can offer the antidote to those who have swallowed the poison. He sends 10 cents for a copy of the paper, and also sends 50¢ for the Holy Father. :: I-1-n A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.