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Scope and Contents He was not at home and just read Purcell's address to the Prelates of Germany. He heartily approves and wishes to have his name added to it. It is a misfortune that the Archbishop of Baltimore James R. Bayley is sick for if Domenec had taken the initiative by sending a circular to the Prelates of America, the signature of all the Bishops could have been obtained. He hopes Purcell's plan succeeds. He renews the friendly relations between them and hopes that Purcell will long be spared for the...

Scope and Contents Domenec informs Purcell that the bishops had agreed to go to Europe together, under Archbishop Martin John Spalding of Baltimore. They will secure better berths that way, and passage will be cheaper. They will leave about October 20. Domenec wrote four days ago to the Mother Superior Regina, Mattingly of the Sisters of Charity in Cincinnati, asking her to send some nuns to form a community in the diocese of Pittsburgh. The Sisters of Mercy can not handle all the wants, and if another...

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An episcopalian minister is resolved to become a Catholic and a priest. He was baptized when he was 14 years old by a Baptist preacher. Domenec asks if it is necessary to baptize him conditionally or not. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Domenec has ascertained that Father John G. Nordmeyer has returned to St. Vincent's monastery. He is sorry that his absence from home prevented his answering Purcell's letter any sooner. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents He says that they are expecting Purcell to preach a charity sermon, in behalf of the orphans, in the Cathedral at vespers. In Pittsburgh it is customary to call sermons lectures, and also during lent to have vespers and Benediction in the evening. The sermon for the benefit of the orphans is always given around St. Patricks day and they have found it better to sell tickets otherwise the church is filled before those who would materially aid the children have a chance to obtain seats. He...

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In regard to Father John G. Nordmeyer, Domenec is perfectly ignorant. He fears that Nordmeyer was absolved through mistakes in St. Vincent's monastery. Domenec has granted his faculties to the Abbot. He regrets the mistake very much and promises to amend. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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Bishop C.M. Dubuis suggests that Edwards apply to Bishop N.A. Gallagher of Galveston, Texas for the Bishops' Memorial Hall. Dubuis did not take anything to France with him. Sickness obliges him to stay here against his will.

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He thanks Hudson for kind wishes expressed through Mr. Malloon. He will be glad to contribute to the Ave Maria. Domenchetti asks if there is any likelihood of his book selling in America. :: X-3-m A.L.S. 4pp. 16mo.

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At a chapter held by eight professed Sisters of St. Francis of the Poor, at the Novitiate of their Order, in the presence of Father Augustus Toebbe in place of Father N. Wachter, O.S.F., who was ill, the following sisters were elected to solemn profession: Sisters Placida, Antonia, Eusebia, Noberta, Ephrem. She asks Purcell to confirm this election. A note dated October 14, 1864 by Purcell approves the election. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Sister Dominica requests Purcell to confirm the privilege of Adoration in the St. Mary's Hospital held three times a year. And modify the times of Adoration in the convent of St. Clara. She lists the specific days she would prefer to have the Adoration held. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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The Sisters, in care of Mr. P. O'Shea, send for one set of the "Deceased Bishops". :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Donahoe has found the address of several persons, former friends of Hudson's which he forwards. Thomas Noonan has returned from his vacation looking fit and fine. :: X-3-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Thomas Noonan is spending a vacation at Scituate, so Donahoe will reserve Hudson's note for him. Noonan will be pained to learn that because of illness Hudson is being forced to give up the editors chair of the Ave Maria. :: X-3-a A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

Scope and Contents Donahoe hopes never to depart from the good resolutions he made in Monroe with the good Redemptorist Fathers. For two months he has been in Chicago with the approbation of Bishop James Oliver Van de Velde, S.J. but not attached to the diocese. He is staying with Father P.J. McLaughlin at St. Patrick's church. McLaughlin is commencing to build a large brick church. Donahoe assisted at the Cathedral during the retreat given by Father John L. Gleizal, S.J. of St. Louis. He asks Lefevere to say...

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Donahoe learned from a priest who came through Detroit on his way home from Europe that Lefevere was back home. He expresses his thanks for Lefevere's kindness, particularly for the favorable was Lefevere expressed himself in his letter to Bishop John Martin Henni . He hopes to see Lefevere at the consecration of the cathedral in Milwaukee on the last Sunday of July. Donahoe has been there for three weeks. :: III-2-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Donahoe received McMaster's $10.00 and acknowledged Smiths donation by letter. He will send a list of contributors who have sent money in behalf of the sick, to McMaster to be printed. :: I-2-e A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Donahoe learns that McFarland is to preach the consecration sermon on the 11th. He asks for the minutes beforehand as this will enable the Pilot reporters to give a correct report of the sermon. This is merely a suggestion as the sermon will be reported and this thing of giving the sermon in advance is done frequently. If McFarland decides to give the manuscript he may do so at his convenience. :: I-1-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo

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Donahoe returns the letter giving information concerning indulgences on the beads. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Donahoe would like to know where the Rosaries can be obtained. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Donahoe asks Hudson to inform the editor of the Scholastic that he should be pleased to publish a brief sketch of the University of Notre Dame, and its founder Father Edward Sorin, C.S.C. in his magazine. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The beads have been received. Donahoe has forgotten the history of them and would like this information. He wishes to know if everything is satisfactory with Hudson's agent, Mr. Griffin :: X-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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The cuts and article have been received. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Donahoe wants to know where he can place the cuts in the article on Notre Dame. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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It was thoughtful of Hudson to publish William D. Kelley's article on Donahoe. The Pilot is doing well. :: X-3-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Donahoe has learned that Hudson is sick but has not seen anything in the Ave Maria concerning it. The beads that Donahoe lost have not been found. :: X-2-o A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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Donahoe asks Hudson to send him some beads. He sends $1 for his intentions. :: X-3-m A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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How can he thank Walsh and the faculty for the magnificent medal they honored him with! He has scarcely got over the shock it gave him. And sending Father Zahm to present it! :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 2pp.

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Someone has made off with the seventh volume of Brownson's Works and Brownson is asked whether he can furnish another copy. :: III-3-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Donahoe asks that a free copy of Brownson's works be given to the editor of Donahoe's Magazine, if other publications are receiving free copies, since the paper is giving much attention to the work. In the Henry F. Brownson Collection :: III-3-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo

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Father Shahan, Arlington, Massachusetts sends $5.00 for Mt. Carmel. :: I-2-g A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.