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Miss Emery sends a criticism, written by a friend, on her drama. It connects the life of Anne Catherine Emmerich with those of Madame Elizabeth and Madame Royale. :: X-2-g A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Miss Emery is forsaken after such a long silence in both magazine and letters. She is sending an article that she has translated. The confirmation is passed. :: X-2-g A.L.S. 2pp. 64mo.

Scope and Contents Miss Emery thanks Hudson for remembering the book as she does not see it in the list he sent. The title was "Devotions of Dame Gertrude More", published by Thomas Richardson. She would like to see Mrs. Parson's "Life of St. Colette". She asks Hudson if they ever send him books. Congratulations on a speedy recovery, was it Our Lady who did it? She wonders if Hudson liked the poem she sent. A poetic version of an anecdote in "The Glories of Mary". The reason Hudson received one manuscript...

Scope and Contents Emilio writes McMaster his connection with Mr. Caulfield. He feels it best to inform McMaster to be careful with Caulfield. He has been sufficiently informed as to Caulfield's operations there. Caulfield has got a paper from the minister authorizing the company. Emilio wishes to know what Caulfield intends to do. He expects the latter to tell McMaster something of his plans although Caulfield is very secretive. Emilio wonders if there is any possibility of forming companies in New York....

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The Archbishop is forced to decline the invitation to attend the Columbian Catholic Congress, because delay and distance will not permit him. He has great hopes and shall offer prayers for its success. (Three typed copies attached.)

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If Murray could call and see him Emmet would give him all the information he needs in regard to Dr. William J. McNevin :: I-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

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Emon encloses an article hoping it is worthy for publication in the Ave Maria. :: X-2-k A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

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Emonds had permission from Bishop Clement Smyth to receive Father August Durst if he was in good standing. Emonds is startled to learn from Lefevere's letter that Durst was not in good standing. Emonds is now sending back Durst and hopes he will settle down. If Lefevere sends Durst back, Emonds will do everything to make him a useful priest. :: III-2-k A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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On Feb. 26th, upon receipt of Lefevere's letter, Emonds sent Father August Durst to Detroit to get either a leave of absence or an exeat. Since then Emonds has not heard anything of Durst but he receives letters and papers for him from Detroit which leads Emends to think Durst is not with Lefevere. His entire effects are in Iowa City, except the small carpet sack he took with him. :: III-2-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Henry's letter came about 5 or 6 weeks ago when Emory was sick with pleurisy but he appreciated it though he could not answer. He is now suffering from torpidity of the liver and general debility. He is under orders to return to his old position as A.D.C. to Jewell since the first week in April but will not be able to start till the 15th, and cannot take advantage of Henry's invitation to visit Detroit on route because of time and other circumstances. Emory is sorry Henry left the Army on...

Scope and Contents Philadelphia has been excited over the visit of Grand Duke Alexis. The Duke is interesting on the ground of being a novelty, is quite attractive. He was accompanied by 8 or 10 fleet captains with whom our officers compare favorably. A citizen's committee, of which Gen. Meade was in charge as a citizen of Philadelphia, entertained him. Very many tried to be presented to him. Gen. Gorloff believes Russian an easy language to acquire and proved it with an illustration. He is surprised that a...

Scope and Contents Henry's letter found Mr. Emory in the midst of a most dangerous attack of pleurisy, and was among the agreeable incidents of the sick room. When Mr. Emory is strong enough he will write Henry. Nearly a year ago he sent Henry a long letter describing their plains life, and some months later it was returned to him from the dead letter office. Emory heard Henry was at Leavenworth and addressed it there—so Henry cannot have the credit of having written the first letter. She wishes they were as...

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She asks Edwards to find out the precise day of November, 1854 that Father Thomas Flynn and Edmond Kilroy were ordained at Notre Dame. She made her Religious Profession on the same afternoon. Bishop Anthony O'Regan performed the ceremonies. She thinks it was on the 28th. She came from France with Father Edwards Sorin, C.S.C. in 1852. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 2pp.

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He has been selected as chairman of the committee on arrangements for the first annual meeting of the Catholic Summer School at New London, Conn(ecticut). The committee besides local arrangements must also canvass different localities. He outlines eight localities and interests and suggests that one man be chosen for each one. :: I-1-j - A.L.S., Typed L.S. - 1p. - 4to. - {1}

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Copy of part of a report sent Indian Commissioner J.Q. Smith, by E.G. Watkins, Inspector, dated Seattle, Washington Territory, September 15, 1877, which praises Mallet's administration of Indian affairs at the Tulaip Agency. 2pp. 8vo.

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A memorandum written by Mallet, date Washington, D.C., April 10, 1886, in which he states his qualifications for appointment as United States Indian Inspector, and the reasons why he should be advanced to the post. :: I-2-f Copy of, A.D.S. 5pp. 8vo.

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McMillan agrees completely with the statement of Father Hedges on behalf of Miss O'Keeffe. As yet they have no lecturers from New England except (George P.) Lathrop. :: - A.L.S. - 1p.

Scope and Contents Knowing Father Hedges' interest in Miss O'Keeffe of Lawrence he writes him in connection with the Catholic Summer School in New London. She received an invitation and a request about the number of Lawrence people who would attend but did not answer. O'Reilly has just learned of this and thinks she should be blamed. He asks Hedges to ask Father McMillan to get her on the list of lecturers. P.S. He asks if Hedges belongs to the family of that name in Lansingburgh, N.Y. :: - A.L.S....

Scope and Contents Apparently enclosed with the preceding document is a statement of the problem in the hand of Miss Edes. The points are 1. Bishop Winand Wigger and his secretary insist that the Bishop cannot name a rector of the cathedral because that would be alienating part of the episcopal mensa. This is the opinion of Bishop John England. Monsignor George H. Doane, the Cathedral Rector, is supported by all the bishops of the country. 2. Bishops in the United States where there is no Cathedral...

Scope and Contents It is absolutely necessary to have a church for a permanent establishment among the Indians, but particularly for the glory of God. There are Presbyterians there who cause them much trouble. If they had a suitable church the Superior of Father Quiontet Father Francis Cointet, C.S.C. could come and give them a good sermon. This would soon make the others see their error or at least attract the Catholics. He has the idea, if the Bishop will permit, to take up a small collection at Detroit. If...

Scope and Contents Apparently a copy of the letter to the Association of the Propagation from the Belgian bishops. They have learned with profound sorrow that the Association could not give any subsidy in answer to the request of Father Kindekens. This foundation is of great importance to the American bishops especially those of the west who have chosen Father Kindekens who knows their needs to organize the institution. They understand the difficulties of the Council of the Association but they hope that they...

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Owing to action of the last Legislature, The Railway Association of Michigan, Passenger Department has been compelled to change its rule in reference to rate reductions for conventions, and after Oct. 1, no reductions will be granted. Typed Carbon Copy. :: IX-1-a A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

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A letter dated August 7, 1883, explaining that McMaster, out of haste, failed to furnish his son, John A. McMaster, with a letter of credit. He hereby authorizes Captain McLean of the Bark "Templar" or any other responsible party to advance John A. McMaster, in case of illness or other emergency, money to the amount of one hundred pounds sterling, which will be refunded by himself James Alphonsus McMaster or by John D. Keiley. :: I-2-m A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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A bill for $128, dated June 25, 1886, for 32 professional visits paid Sister Saint John, S.H.C.J., by Dr. Hannah Longshore. :: I-2-f Bill 1p. 32mo.

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Bill No. 12 amounting to $5686.31 for the scholastic year 1869-70 itemized and a list of expenses for de Smedt for his trip to America. :: III-2-l A.L.S. 4pp. 8vo.

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1 article from the Syracuse Daily Courier for Wednesday, April 28, 1886, giving a detailed account of Father Moriarty's reply to Bishop Huntington's and Dr. Clarke's charges against the Catholic Church; and 2 A small article clipped from the Courier stating that since the Monday edition of the paper has been exhausted, Father Moriarty's answer is being reprinted. :: I-2-f A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Having been away from Freeport for the last eight weeks he heard nothing of Prof. Preston's death. He expresses his deepest sympathy to the faculty and the students. He is Musical Director and Advertising Manager of the company and with a little assistance from Edwards he could make a date for the new opera house in South Bend. :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 1p.

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Letter telling of the sorrow that the news of Hugh Murray's death caused to many here and abroad. His bravery in giving his life for his Church was a true bravery, prompted by a heart which sought the glory of Almighty God alone. His admirers have in their bereavement the knowledge that the Sacred Heart has promoted him to a rank higher than that held by him in the Zouaves and they confidently pray that he is enjoying his crown in Heaven. :: I-2-a A.L.S. 3pp. 16to.

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Archbishop Francis Janssens wrote to him about the chalice Edwards sent to him and that he received no answere. The only reason Edwards did not get his thanks is that he did not know who the doner was. His mission field is very large with a Catholic population of 270 souls. :: XI-1-h A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

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G. Müller spent about three months with them. The testimony from Dayton is sealed by the Secretary of the Archbishop of Cincinnati. ` A.D.S. Copy Latin 2pp. 32mo. :: III-2-j A.L.S., A.D.S. Copy Latinpp.. 12mo. and 32mo.