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He thanks McMaster for the bound copies of the Journal and says that they will remain for the enlightenment of the future Church historian. :: I-2-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents In a letter marked "Private", Corrigan comments on the spoliation of Propaganda, calling attention to a strong protest by an Italian liberal who says he cannot understand how a government that legalizes houses of Prostitution can permit Houses of Christion piety and prayer. This liberal is quoted by De. Angelis: book 3, title 31, volume 2, part 2, page 93. Corrigan quotes him in detail, where he expresses regret over the Italian state's policies. In a post script Corrigan says that one...

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Archbishop Corrigan thanks McMaster for the slip about Reverend Dr. Miller. He is sixty years of age and son of "Johnny Miller". His account was consederably mixed, but it was not worth while calling attention to it. Corrigan thanks McMaster for the receipt of the beautiful edition of the "Mariale". :: I-2-f A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.

Scope and Contents Eugene Kelly and Frederick R. Coudert of New York, have been named to represent the Diocese of New York as Vice-Presidents in the Catholic Congress of Baltimore. A list of names to whom the Bishop has sent invitations is enclosed. Those names which are checked off, have acknowledged receipt and have generally signified intention to attend. William R. Grace, ex-mayor of New York is cited as an efficient worker. Corrigan thinks it would be well, were Grace be given something to do in ...

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The Archbishop sends a list of laymen capable of preparing papers for the Columbian Congress.

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Corrigan signs a list of delegates to the Columbian Catholic Congress from the Archdiocese of New York, New York.

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Corrigan has sent (Onahan's) circular of September 7th regarding colleges, to St. Francis Xavier's College, St. John's College, Fordham (University), and Manhattan College, of New York. He has not yet communicated with St. Louis College of New York. The only answer thus far has been from Manhattan College, which will be represented in the Catholic Congress by Brother Thomas and Brother James.

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The Archbishop asks for a few more tickets for the (Columbian) Catholic Congress, since he is entitled to 160 but received only 125.

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The Archbishop refers to a letter by General (James R.) O'Beirne in which the latter wishes to express his views on immigration at the Columbian Catholic Congress. The Archbishop wonders if Onahan may fulfill the request.

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Arturo Baldasano, Spanish Consul General, requests the return of his paper on practical aid to workingmen, which was forwarded to Onahan at the occasion of the Columbian Catholic Congress. (Note on card: Manuscript was returned.)

Scope and Contents Because the subject of a "Missionary Rector" is so important, and because Bishop Corrigan is unable to see McMaster personally, he is writing in a few points in the discussion. First: the institution of Missionary Rector was the outgrowth of the fact that Bishops, finding it impractical to establish canonical parishes, proposed to the Holy See the institution of such Rectories. This proposal was made in Decree XIII of the Council of Westminster Proemium, but all preliminary negotiations...

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Father Charles E. McDonnell informs him that he has forwarded to Edwards a biretta of the late Cardinal John McCloskey and that no mitre worn by Archbishop John Hughes remains in existence. :: XI-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He asks information regarding a proposed colony of Franciscan Brothers of Cincinnati to look after the wayward boys of New Jersey. He would appreciate a reply giving whatever information regarding them Purcell thinks necessary. He takes for granted that the brothers would not think of coming without proper sanction from Purcell. :: II-5-f A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents He delayed answering Purcell's letter in hopes of giving information regarding the proposed Protectory. He has failed to get any other brothers for the project. It is wonderful that Purcell can work so much and endure so many fatigues. He passed through Lent very well and the long Ceremonies of the Consecration of the Cathedral. He hopes to receive Purcell in Newark. He has written to Mount Alverno to ask help for the Protectory. He sends regards to the Vicar General Father Edward Purcell...

Scope and Contents McMaster's check for St. John's Church, Orange, New Jersey came to Corrigan here, having followed him from Newark, to South Orange to here. He thanks McMaster for his donation. That church has been a great cross to the Diocese of Newark. To expose the cause of its troubles was to give scandal; to run to its relief was to start a mischievous precedent; to do nothing was to let Church property fall into the hands of strangers. Now things appear to be getting better. The pastor became...

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In the most delightful climate, she is in better health than she has been in a year and went to Mass and Communion the first time since July. She was a martyr to the Oswego climate and thanks Our Blessed Mother, for she has no pain from rheumatism. She may stay all winter and have her Ave Maria sent there. There is one Catholic Church there and another being built. She sends regards to Father Provincial. :: X-2-e A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

Scope and Contents He has received Lynch's letter to care for the wants of the parents of Father James O'Reilly, deceased. According to the will and the law he cannot give any relief. He has had an application from the person appointed by Father Bernard Smith and he will have to obey the courts. O'Reilly's money is invested in a mortgage on a church in Providence, Rhode Island. It is for $15,000 with $600, and $100 he received from Rome in other possessions, such as chalice, watch, pyx, etc. Against that the...

Scope and Contents Corry does not know how Hudson will like the enclosed poem. He should like to do something worth while, and if Hudson sends instructions he will follow them carefully. Because he is missing a leg and does not know many people he cannot solicit subscriptions, and for this reason he has turned to writing. A short time ago he had all but completed arrangements with Father P. R. Fitzpatrick of Indianapolis, Indiana to become editor of the Central Catholic, but when the time to get his...

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Corry received Hudson's request for the name of the gentleman referred to in her article. Since he has a large family living and nearly all Protestant, she does not feel at liberty to make use of his name publicly. :: X-3-j A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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He would like for McMaster to publish the proceedings of the State _____ at Columbus, and the enclosed communication. They have made the move and will not retract but will cooperate with McMaster and all other good people in the restoration of a federal union of the states. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He requests McMaster to send him the Journal for the coming year. He inquires as to the advisability of running mining advertising in the Journal, since he is seeking capital to exploit some of the mines near Mexico City. :: I-2-c A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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T he Library of New York University asks attention to a proposition to place the general catalogue of their University in the Library of Notre Dame University at a reduced rate. The costs of the work are given and the edition is limited. :: XI-2-k L.S. (Typed) 1p.

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Cosgrave once joined the Christian Brothers of Ireland, but left after profession. He taught in a Franciscan school in Brooklyn since coming to this country. Finally desiring to join the Congregation of Holy Cross he writes Fr. Hudson for comment as to reception by Holy Cross or at least employment. :: X-2-g A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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He leaves on a confirmation tour and will not be able to send the crozier until next week. If possible he will accept Edwards' invitation to the commencement. :: XI-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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It will not be necessary to send Archbishop Alemany's crozier. But he will need the new one by Friday. He fears that he will not be able to assist at the commencement. :: XI-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The crozier arrived in good condition. He is thankful for the interest Edwards has taken in procuring a light travelling crozier. He will return the crozier of Archbishop Alemany next week. :: XI-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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He would be thankful if Edwards would tell the man in Chicago to send the four short pieces of the crozier, as the long ones do not fit into his valise. He hopes Edwards received the crozier he sent. :: XI-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The staff came all right in four pieces which he finds very hard to carry. He doesn not remember of having seen the bust of Bishop Quarter.

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In accordance with Onahan's circular of Sept. 9th, John Lillis of Davenport is appointed as Vice-President to the American Catholic Congress from the diocese of Davenport. Lillis intends to be present. Cards have been distributed to those likely to attend. :: IX-1-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The Bishop has named E. M. Sharon to prepare a paper for the Columbian Catholic Congress. The diocese is entitled to twenty-two delegates, - a fact mentioned to Onahan in regard to future sending of credentials and cards.