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Scope and Contents The solicitude of the recent assembly that the faithful be supplied with clergymen of their own language, has come to the attention of the Sacred Congregation which thinks this is of great importance for the bishops. The bishops must have particular care for the Germans since priests speaking that language are not available frequently. Although there should be no favoritism the bishops should keep this problem before them in filling vacancies. The Sacred Congregation also wishes that it be...

Scope and Contents Franzoni acknowledges Rese's letter of August 21. He refrains from giving a definite answer about the convent at Pittsburgh until the Sacred Congregation has made a complete examination of the question, but he thought he should not delay this letter so that he could acknowledge Rese's letter of congratulations on the occasion of his elevation to the Prefecture of the Sacred Congregation by the Holy Father. He assures him of his interest in the affairs of Rese's section of the country. ::...

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One dollar is enclosed for Count De Mun. :: I-2-c A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents He requests admission to the Detroit Diocese. At present he has charge of souls in Kickapoo Illinois. For 2 years he was in Chicago with a German congregation. Ingratitude of parishioners is the first reason for this petition; the second, many Germans interfere with church affairs, and the third, that the parishioners do not support the pastor, especially for the building of a school. The Almanac of 1861 lists many vacancies in the Detroit Diocese. The bishop of Chicago Anthony O'Regan...

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Frazer received McMaster's letter of the 11th inst. He has several appointments to fill the rest of the month which cannot be changed. However he shall be in New York about the 1st of November and will see McMaster then. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Want of time and other circumstances render it difficult for Fredet to answer all questions and give all the desired proofs asked for in the memorial accompanying Lefevere's letter. However he thinks that the questions can be answered sufficiently, as a whole by stating a few leading principles about Church government especially about ecclesiastical property. In the 10 answers which follow Fredet quotes the decrees of the Councils of Baltimore about trustees and also canon law. In a...

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Freel thanks Hudson for the invitation to Notre Dame. He writes to explain about the Masses which Brother Jarlath, C.S.C., wrote about. In answer to Brother Francis, C.S.C., inquiry about the intentions for which the Masses are to be said. Freel asks that it be said for a fallen away Catholic. :: X-2-j A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.

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Father Freel introduces Father William Giles, a priest of the Brooklyn Diocese. Instead of coming to Notre Dame himself, Father Freel sends his friend, Father Giles, and begs that he be received greciously at Notre Dame. He has the Bishop's approval. Father Freel extends a "Happy New Year to all." :: X-2-j A. L. S. 2pp. 8vo

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Freeman sends McMaster $1.50 to aid the Indian Missions. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo

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He received McMahon's circular weeks ago but has been too busy to answer it. If anything about the Summer School has been published he would be glad to procure it. He teaches physics and chemistry. "Science and Revealed" would be a tall subject for him. He cannot offer this season because his summer work is all laid out. Another year with time for preparation and the consent of his superiors he may be able to appear. :: I-1-j - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 8vo. - {1}

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An account of the receiving of the news of Archbishop John McCloskey being made a Cardinal. A report on the allocution of Pope Pius IX as given in the New York Herald of March 16. A sketch of Cardinal McCloskey. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 4 columns folio

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The conferring of the red berretta on Bishop John McCloskey in St. Patrick's Cathedral. The brief to Archbishop James Roosevelt Bayley ; Ablegate Roncetti's speech on delivering the berretta; the brief of the Holy Father; Bayley's response; and McCloskey's response are all quoted in full in Latin. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 5 columns folio

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A pamphlet: "Reflections on the Life of Numa Pompilius, second king of Rome." Addressed to the Journal. :: I-1-m pamphlet 8pp. 16mo.

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"The Cardinalate" from Father X. Barbier De Montault ; translated by Roman Correspondent "E". :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 5 columns folio

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The Catholic Church is in mourning for Pope Pius IX. Summoned to the Conclave, Cardinal John McCloskey left on the 9th, accompanied by his secretary, Father John M. Farley :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 2 columns folio

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The sermon of Father T.N. Burke, O.P. on May 5 in Limerick at the dedication of a new pulpit in St. Saviour's Church. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 4 columns folio

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Father T.N. Burke, O.P. 's sermon on Education preached in aid of the Bray Parochial Schools. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 3 columns folio

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One whole issue of 8 pages. :: I-1-e Newspaper 8pp. folio

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Pastoral letter of Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan on Christian education, permission for more frequent benedictions, Marriage, nuptial mass, mixed marriages, burying the dead, Peter-Pence. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 4 columns folio

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Laying of the corner-stone of St. Vincent's School, New Orleans, by Vicar-General G.A. Rouxel. Addresses by Father Hyacinthe Mignot and Father Benedict Neithart. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 2 columns folio

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Dedication of St. Patrick's Cathedral by Cardinal John McCloskey . Bishop Patrick J. Ryan's eloquent sermon is quoted in full. The order of the procession is given. A description of the new cathedral is given. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 9 columns folio

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Four octagenarians. Venerable Englishmen in harness at four-score; Sketches of Cardinal John Henry Newman, Cardinal Henry Edward Manning, O'Gorman Mahon, and William E. Gladstone, with a picture of each. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 3 columns folio

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Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan ordaine Father Augustine M. Pallieux an Father John E. O'Shaughnessy priests on Sunday, the 24th. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 2 columns 12mo.

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The columns of the Freemna's Journal bear evidence of the affection and admiration felt for Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan on the occasion of the silver jublee of his ordination. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 1 column 32mo.

Scope and Contents Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan's silver jubilee. A sketch of the Archbishop's life work and his picture; a description of the services at the Cathedral; a list of the clergy in the procession; the text of Father Arthur Donnelly's address on behalf of the priests of the archdiocese, and his picture; a picture of Father Gabriel A. Healy; a picture of Father M.J. Brophy; the address of the laity by William Hildreth Field; Corrigan's address; and a list of Catholic laymen present....

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Pastoral letter of Archbishop Michael Augustine Corrigan of New York on temporal power. Under discussion are: Italy's new penal laws against the clergy; the intention to reduce the Holy Father to the condition of simple Bishop of Rome; the temporal power as a necessity for the Holy See. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 4 columns folio

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New York's grand "send-off" to Archbishop Michael A. Corrigan on his visit to Rome; a briliant reception at the Lenox Lyceum by the Catholic Club. Pictures of Corrigan and an interior view of the Lenox Lyceum are included. :: I-1-e Newspaper Clipping 2 columns folio

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Mrs. McMaster has called her son Michael to her in Heaven. Latin. McMaster should not mourn, because Michael has merely gone for a short time. They should be happy that Michael may enjoy the Beatific Vision, and they should pray to him. P.S. He sends his love to the children. He asks if McMaster received his telegram of Jan. 2. They have many cases of pneumonia and small pox in town. He will send Major Lane a money order. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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He has had a severe cold since returning to Annapolis, but will say Mass tomorrow. He asks about McMaster's children. He thinks of the family often, and looks for a letter from McMaster. He asks Molly and Gertrude to pray for his sister who is sick. P.S. Do not forget the visit. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 3pp. 16to.

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Freitag writes McMaster, thanking him for his sympathy with Mrs. Ryan in the death of her husband Captain Ryan . He has lost a good friend in the Captain and so have the naval cadets and young officers. The Church has lost a most able member. Freitag inquires about McMaster's family and promises prayers for them in his Masses. Of the coming Saturday, Mass will be offered in the basement of the new Church. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12 mo