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Jones submits an article for the children's department of the Ave Maria. :: X-2-i A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Although he has not met McMaster and does not subscribe to the Freeman, he is an occasional reader of it and an admirer of McMaster's independent editorials. In an article written about two months ago he was pleased to notice McMaster's comments on the injustice done to many charitable persons by the failure of "agift enterprise" under the patronage of Bishop Joseph P. Machelboeuf of Denver. The manager of the enterprise fled with some several thousand dollars, leaving the Bishop and...

Scope and Contents Joos supposes Lefevere has read the correspondence between Father Isidore Lebel and the Governor Austin Blair of the State about an asylum for children of soldiers. Such a plan is expensive and dangerous to the spiritual interests of Catholic children. Joos wanted Mr. O'Connor to make some suggestions to the governor but he has left for Philadelphia. Joos encloses his letter to the Governor for Lefevere's criticisms no enclosure. Joos prays for a house for boys of all ages to be built in...

Scope and Contents Joos acknowledges Lefevere's letter of September 2. Business in Deerfield kept Joos from visiting Lefevere. Preparations for the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary are completed. Joos suggests that the Sisters be sent Friday afternoon since Lefevere is due in Stony Creek, and in Monroe Saturday noon. Doubts are expressed from different quarters as regards the success of the mission because of the dissatisfaction of many for the loss of the brothers Christian Brothers?. Joos...

Scope and Contents In his letter of the 22nd, Joos performed what he thought was his duty of applying for Lefevere's assistance. Joos has resigned himself to the bishop's refusal. The last part of Lefevere's letter caused Joos great pain. Up to April 1862 the monies from the farm had been applied to the two free schools, the parish supporting two other schools. Since the above date Lefevere has given the farm revenues to the Convent Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary, which Lefevere obliged to teach a...

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Joos encloses Sister Mary Joanna's letter about the pastor of Marshall, Michigan, and requests proper precaution to safeguard the writer lest the Sisters might be harmed. Joos also received a letter from old Mother Theresa Maxis craving pardon for her and Sister Celestine Renauld . Lefevere's alarm ? is at the Express Office. Enclosure:

Scope and Contents Just after Lefevere left Mr. O'Connor called to tell him that he is going to have his lot and land surveyed; it would be a good occasion to have the boundaries of the church-farm exactly determined so that the fences could be removed without going to law and would prevent Mr. Nims form calling in peaceable possession during 20 years. A known but missing heir has just shown up to claim a part of the church-farm. Joos recalls to the bishops the renewing of the farm lease for the same terms and...

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Within is a letter of Father Andreas Herbstrit, C.PP.S. who used to be in Sandusky and is now stationed in Randolph. His health is somewhat impaired by asthma. He would rather be admitted by Lefevere as this would keep him nearer to the other members of his Community. What Joos knows of him by visits is in conformity with the enclosed recommendation. He speaks English and German and his companion speaks French. A.L.S. On the same paper:

Scope and Contents The Bishop called Joos's attention to the strict observance of all the rules of a religious house; thus each religious must present herself to the extraordinary confessor every 3 months. The bishop should dispense from this rule or appoint Vicar General Bernard Soffers until Father Peter Hannaert returns. Likewise, Vienna, Michigan should be provided for by having Joss perform this office. Rules provide for the renewals of vows twice a year before the bishop or his delegate — once a year...

Scope and Contents It is Joos's painful duty to inform Lefevere that Messrs. Kebbec, O'Connor and Lafontaine have notified him that Father Charles Lemagie has just arrived in town in a state to attract notice by his foolish talk and strange manner. Lemagie proposed to take the train for Adrian but Joos persuaded him to come to his house. Tonight it is clear that drink has caused it. Lemagie shows profound regret and promises to do what Joos "commands": to go to Lefevere tomorrow. Dr. Adams told Joos that...

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Mr. Burns of Parisburg who has leased the river is at work. Burns says he sent Lefevere several articles to sign. If Lefevere wishes to change anything he asks that the lease be sent to Joos; Burns will sign and return one. Father Peter Hennaert will talk to Lefevere of the other matters. :: III-2-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Joos has lately spoken to Father Peter Kindekens about the question of support of Father Desiderius Callaert, and has laid before him his views: 1-that a priest should have his allowance; 2-a sum of $100 to $150; 3-a percentage of the fees marriages excepted; 4-his Mass intentions. In the present case if the Mission has a horse and buggy, the priest should have the use of it. Kindekens considered the case very reasonable, only he believes $150 a great deal, but Joos pointed out to him that...

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Joos was very much astonished to learn in Detroit that Father Desiderius Callaert was not satisfied. Callaert told him that he would not accept the arrangement made by the bishop for his support. Joos asks Lefevere to finish the matter definitively the sooner the better. :: III-2-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Having presented to Father Desiderius Callaert the definitive answer of Lefevere's sent 10 days ago, Joos thought all things settled, but after many explanations, Callaert is unwilling to submit, and has given no account of the missions. An imprudent letter from Father Louis Van Den Driessche to Joos shows where the obstinacy comes from. Joos protests about what has been written to Lefevere about Joos' unwillingness to abide by his arrangements. All that he has said and written is that he...

Scope and Contents This morning Joos had an important conversation with Sister M. Theresa Maxis . She asked if Lefevere had allowed her to go or not, and on Joos' answering no, she replied she was not astonished since no one is interested in the convent, so she has no confidence in the bishop or Father Peter Hennaert, and asks Joos to write Lefevere for her dismissal. Joos observes that some final disposition must be made lest she destroy the whole institution. Joos suggests that Lefevere should come as soon...

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Following Lefevere's wish Joos has made known at the Bay that all correspondence will cease with Susquehanna. He encloses no enclosure the letter received in reply. Here all except the schoolmaster are well disposed. P.S. When Joos was at Detroit Sister Magdaline had just written to the Sisters Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary to urge them to leave here as soon as possible. Joos asks Lefevere what to do. :: III-2-i A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

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Joos thinks he is obliged to let Lefevere know every part of the drama they are playing so long. He does not know what to do; most all wish to go, some are willing to stay if it is Lefevere's wish; the teacher is of the same disposition as Sister Mary. :: III-2-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents There is finally something that affords consolation in all the troubles Joos has encountered for about 2 months. He intended to bring Lefevere the enclosed letter to talk about the matter, but he dare not since Father Desiderius Callaert is sick. If possible he will come next week. He has sent a part of a copy to Vienna, Michigan . P.S. Lefevere will find a rough draft that Joos would correct and send to Philadelphia if it is deemed expedient. Joos asks to have the copy sent back to him or...

Scope and Contents The man who wrote Lefevere a letter some days ago is a son of very good parents but married a Methodist before a squire in Ypsilanti, Michigan. His wife now says she wishes to become a member of the Church and he wishes to be admitted again. Pride makes him afraid of making public satisfaction. This made him write to Lefevere that he might be dispensed from coming to the railing to ask pardon. Sister Egidia left the Community Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary last Tuesday as...

Scope and Contents Joos' letter of yesterday must have left Lefevere under the impression that Father Desiderius Callaert left without saying one word to him but he did speak just before he left and after the letter was sent. Callaert said he was going to "his" missions and would await Lefevere's answer there. If this answer was unsatisfactory he would leave the diocese. Joos tried in vain to change his mind. This half-year has been very troublesome. P.S. Father Callaert came back this morning but says...

Scope and Contents Joos received Lefevere's letter with the article of Father James Hennessy who, he hopes, will bring that sad affair to a happy end. Joos will pray that others may be prevented from taking part in that abominable schism. Joos asks about the boundaries of his missions towards Huron River. It was always understood that the Huron mission included both sides of the river and that Swancreek had been added to Monroe until Father Desiderius Callaert told him that nothing but Brownstown had been...

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Joos will keep Lefevere's letter just received as a final settlement of the Huron question. They had a very fine service for Sister Gerard this morning. Joos lists the church goods he received September 19. :: III-2-i A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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On December 8, Father Joos received the vows of the Sisters, Servants of the Immaculate Heart of Mary . Sister M. Joseph Walker was reelected general superioress. She took Sister Alphonsine Godfroy-Smith as her assistant and Sister Frances Renauld as her monitress. The foundation being laid, Joos hopes Lefevere will use his influence to make the institution flourish. :: III-2-i A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Joos thanks Hudson for the copy of the Ave Maria and congratulates him on the article about scapulars. :: X-3-c A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Father Joos has been notified by Rev. John Van Gennip that he wants the debt of Jeremiah O'Connor to be paid by all means. Henry's firm agreed with Van Gennys to have the money collected for the consideration of $1000 to be paid to St. Anthony Asylum . Will the return of the papers to Henry be sufficient or will be want any formal instructions from Van Gennip ? :: III-3-a A. L. S. 1p. 12mo.

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The mortgage and bond of Jeremish O'Connor to Rev. John Van Genny is enclosed. As to the money paid, Joos can only say that he has received lost of promises but no cash. P.S. A little more of that passion or temper might perhaps have made him more succesful in getting the money. :: III-3-a A. L. S. 1p. 12 mo.

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Joos acknowledges receipt of check for $450 from Jeremiah O'Connor in partial payment of Rev. John Van Gennip's mortgage. He hopes to see the balance come in proper time. :: III-3-a A. L. S. 1p. 12mo.

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Father Joos received the draft of $200 from Jeremiah O'Connon on the debt he owes Father John Van Gennip . Father Van Gennip misunderstood Father Joos when the former thought Henry have charged him $50. :: III-3-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Father Joos acknowledges the receipt of $200 from Jeremiah O'Connor through Henry in payment on the mortgage of Father John Van Gennip. :: III-3-a A. L. S. 1p. 12mo.

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At Lefevere's request, Joos spoke to Father Bernard G. Soffers, whose scruples interfere with his parish work; his assistant, Father George Victor Girard, though agreeing with Joos, would prefer a country parish to one in the city. Soffer's wonderful zeal does great good in St. Ann's parish; it is well he is not alone and has ready contact with other priests. :: III-2-l A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.