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Scope and Contents She was disappointed at not seeing McMaster the first of May. She had just returned from New Orleans and had much to inquire about. She asks for a letter of introduction to Charles O'Connor who is at Saratoga every summer. She does not court personal compliments, but wants him to understand that she is a convert, the wife of the President of Syracuse and Oswego R.R., and sister in law of Judge Allen, Court of Appeals, former State Recorder. She has her reasons for wanting this and shall...

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Mrs. Carrington sympathizes with Hudson on the death of his father. She likes very much the article on the volume of poems and will send for them. The Ave Maria is dearer to her than ever. She was powerfully affected by the diary of the imprisonment of the Bishop of Corea. Even when he was released he felt the power of his mission so much as to accuse himself of abandoning his flock. She has moved, but does not want to be deprived of the Ave. :: X-2-f A.L.S. 3pp. 16mo.

Scope and Contents She has returned to New York and tells Hudson that everyone there, as elsewhere, sympathizes in Notre Dame's loss, but she is very thankful that the Church and the Ave were spared and is making a special thanks giving. Her health is still delicate but a physician said he could cure her and she asks Hudson to pray for her. She enclosed a $100 to aid in the rebuilding of the University, and she tells Hudson that even though her husband never refused to give to a Catholic Charity he was...

Scope and Contents She has received Hudson's letter and is grateful for Hudson's kind feelings. There is no man she would rather see than Father Provincial Alexis Granger as she has a peculiar interest in him. Father Provincial showed a Catholic interest in her and sent her Lourdes Water which was used in her husband's dying hours and was the only sacred thing around, as he was surrounded by his bigoted relations who seemed to have everything their own way. But she does not believe they had their own way....

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Mrs. Carrington was deeply touched to think that Hudson thought of her in the first hours of his calamity. She is going to send a draft as soon as possible and be one of the first to help him. She hopes that everyone sang a Te Deum that the church was saved. :: X-2-e A.L.S. 1p. crown 8 vo.

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She thanks Edwards for his lovely remembrance. Her mother joins with her in sending many thanks. :: XI-1-g A.L.S. lp. 12mo.

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Edwards' kind invitation to the Commencement Exercises of the Alma Mater received; they will be at Notre Dame in thought. He sends Edwards the medicine that evening. The Sisters of Notre Dame on Berkeley St. said that they may send the vestments for Memorial Hall direct to Edwards. :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 8pp.

Scope and Contents It seems so good to hear from Edwards. This place is so beautiful and right in front of the ocean. One can breathe in the pure salt air from the ocean. She really did not know how dear and fond Edwards was to them till the trial came. A true friend so good and noble is a treasure and Edwards' presence is uplifting and teaches them to bear trials with Christian fortitude. They want him to come. By some good deeds she can repay her teasing of last summer. Frank is so happy Edwards will be able...

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It was with great pleasure that they received Edwards' note from New York. They heard through the Boston Post of Edwards' visit to Rome. They are disappointed that Edwards did not stop to visit them. Miss Alice Drowne was baptized; she is sick and will not live long. :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 1p.

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She asks what they have done, for they have written and never received a line. They received Edwards' kind blessing from the Pope, but not the Crucifix. Frank Carroll cannot imagine, what they have done, for they have not intended to offend Edwards. :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 4pp.

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She thanks Edwards for his dear gift. The Sisters wanted her to thank Edwards for the medal. The vestments were from St. Mary's Church and St. Joseph's Church in Boston. She asks if the crucifix is blessed for the Way of the Cross. She would like to talk to Edwards. XI-2-h A.L.S. 4pp.

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Everything came all right and she thanks him ever so much. Edwards' letter telling them of Father Stanislaus Fitte's C.S.C. death came today on Oct. 8. Frank Carroll is better and gets pleasure watching the birds. Father Joseph H. Rockwell, S.J. left today for New York. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 4pp.

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She writes to tell him that she received the rosary; she thanks him. Frank Carroll is in New York City to be at the consecration of the Bishop of Jamacia, Father John J. Collins who was once a prefect of Carroll's. Frank is much better. They have Edwards in mind when the birds twitter and sing. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 4pp.

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Lucy Anderson gave her a silvery Rosary to send to Edwards asking if he would get the Crozier Blessing for it. She asks Edwards to please write to Lucy telling of the blessings; her husband has fallen away from the Church. She will not tire Edwards with her chatter. Note: Attached is address and stamp of Anderson. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 7pp.

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They thanked God to see a line written by Edwards again. They were so sad and both in tears over his condition. Never will she say anything again to tease him. Father John W. Cavanaugh, C.S.C. was there at an Alumni banquet; no one let Frank Carroll know. That settles him with advancing any ideas of the Alumni in Boston; it is quite evident they do not want any of him there. :: XI-2-k A.L.S. 12pp.

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The statue of Our Lady was perfect. She built a shrine for it. They are both coming to Notre Dame. She hopes Edwards won't mind; she'll be so good. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 8pp.

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It was a pleasure to receive Edwards' letter. She wishes to thank Edwards for the kindnesses he showed them on their visit to Notre Dame. It is a beautiful spot. Mrs. Smith tells her that Edwards might have known her husband's brother who was a professor years ago. She could write and write. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 10pp.

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They received the note telling them that Edwards would leave for the other side. She thanks Edwards for the letter he wrote to her. She has disposed of some things she had and has tried to let two rooms to help. She cannot say they are out of trouble yet. Human nature is hard, worldly. How they wish they could see Edwards off! :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 5pp.

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Frank Carroll showed her Edwards' letter, but he does not say where he is going. She asks if he will go to Rome and see the Pope. She wants Edwards to bring her a Crucifix from Rome. She is making a four day retreat. Edwards should pray to bring Frank out of his trouble. :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 3pp.

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She wants to thank Edwards for his gift and she must tell him all about it. Not one word of complaint has there been in Edwards' letters about his illness. She calls the birds God's dew-drops. Edwards must get better and better; he will get well again. :: XI-2-k A.L.S. 12pp.

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She asks how she can thank Edwards for the beautiful Crucifix. Edwards has brought so many blessings to their home! Frank's Carroll sister spoke to him after 10 years and they are now friends. Sister Josephy Louise always speaks of Edwards; they all love him so much! :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 8pp.

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Six dead and nine living members of the Carroll family send. 45 for the Indian Missions. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

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The circular call for a general Congress of Catholic laity has been received, but was addressed to "W. D. Carroll." Since Carroll has been named by Bishop Edward Fitzgerald as Vice-President to the Congress, he wishes to have the proper initials of his name appear. They are "D.W."—"David Williamson Carroll." :: IX-1-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Blanc will find enclosed a letter to Father Thomas Hoar who is emigrating with a large number of souls to Arkansas from Ireland. The letter contains suggestions and information that may be valuable to the emigrating party. A.L.S. Enclosure:

Scope and Contents By a letter from Bishop Andrew Byrne, dated Liverpool, Carroll understands that Hoar was then about to sail for new Orleans with a large number of emigrants. Carroll hopes his suggestion will be beneficial, coming as they do into a community of strangers. New Orleans is the best place to lay in a supply for the use of the colony in the way of provisions. Napoleon, Arkansas . at the mouth of the Arkansas River, will be the best place to disembark from the steamboats. Carroll will be ready to...

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Carroll sends Hudson a copy of an instruction on "Mixed Marriage" intended for distribution among members of Catholic Congregations. He requests Hudson give it a favorable review in the Ave Maria. :: X-3-g A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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Banns of marriage have been published between the bearer W(illia)m P. Kane of Saint Andrew's and Clara A. Holland of Seton's congregation. Carroll often calls to mind the visit he and Seton had in the land where the Blessed Saviour was born.

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He thanks Edwards for sending him Father Corby's stole. Mr.(P.C.) Boyle is well. Notre Dame has lost an ideal priest, a grand man. He regrets that his health prevented him from attending the funeral.

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Edwards' letter with memorial to Father Corby came to hand. He thanks him for same. He is pleased to learn that Edward R. Boyle is a fine young man and doing well.

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His health is not good but he hopes to be able soon to visit the grave of his dear friend Father Corby. He sends best wishes.

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