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Devereux read in the "Catholic Mirror" where a copy of "Index to Brownson's Review" could be obtained from Hudson. He will contribute towards the expense for a copy. He would like to know where he could secure copies of the Review as his set is complete save a few issues. :: X-2-g A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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They received a communication from W. W. Handlin, attorney, and called at his office to find it concerned the Patrick Irwin will. Handlin says the Supreme Court decided that all the orphan asylums, ten in number, are entitled to a share and he wants the Sisters of Mercy to employ him—if Castell thinks it advantageous, he should authorize him to attend to it. She supposes if the others got a share theirs could not be kept from them. VI-3-c - A.L.S. - 2pp. - 12mo. - {5}

Scope and Contents The Marquis de Lavradio ?, conspicuous for his writings in defence of religion, has given Devereux to understand through the correspondence of his friend at Modena that the Vicar Apostolic stands in need of a few missionaries who are acquainted with the Portuguese language and who are capable of ministering to a portion of his vicariate inhabited by Portuguese Christians from the Island of Madiera. Devereux offered to help the Marquis in this purpose; the Marquis offered to write to his...

Scope and Contents Damien sends Stoddard and Hudson a copy of the report which was requested by the President of the Board of Health. It will give them a clear idea of the inside affairs of the leper settlement; they are free to use it for publication. Damien thanks Hudson for the continuance of the Ave Maria as well as the two copies of "Lepers of Molokai". So far Damien has been able to continue his priestly duties, but for how long only God knows since the disease is slowly but surely progressing. He...

Scope and Contents DeVeuster's condition prevented him from acknowledging receipt of the tabernacles sooner. He describes the building of the new altar and the fitting of the tabernacles. Hudson and all who contributed funds for the tabernacles are thanked by DeVeuster. He is obliged to add an addition to the church and build a new chapel to replace the one blown down by a wind storm. The tabernacle for the Kalaupapa church will arrive by the next steamer from Honolulu. Father Lambert Conrardi, who twelve...

Scope and Contents DeVeuster sends Hudson a copy of a letter to the Superior-General of the Congregation of the Sacred Hearts, Father Marcellus Bousquet, which may be of use to Hudson and of interest to the readers of the Ave Maria. Since Ira B. Dutton' s arrival he has helped him care for the sick. Because the tabernacles of both churches are not decent enough to preserve the Blessed Sacrament and at Dutton's suggestion, DeVeuster asks Hudson to send him metal with which they can make two tabernacles. He...

Scope and Contents By a letter of Bishop Hermann Koeckemann, Vicar Aposotolic of the Sandwich Islands published by the Missions Catholique, the public has been informed of the situation in which DeVeuster finds himself. Ten years ago, he wrote Bousquet that he believed the germ of leprosy was in his system because of his long stay with the lepers. DeVeuster is decorated not only with the royal cross of King Kalakana, but also the heavy cross of leprosy. His constitution is being gradually undermined but...

Scope and Contents DeVeuster thanks Hudson for the 25 copies of the brochure. He wishes Charles Warren Stoddard success in writing his article "Corpus Christi at Kalawao". Brother Joseph, Ira Dutton takes good care of the altars and churches, work which DeVeuster must leave to him because he is afflicted with leprosy. Dutton also acts as druggist. Because of the Japanese treatment, DeVeuster's disease seems checked and his strength has returned. He gives specifications for the type of tabernacles he...

Scope and Contents Hudson's kind letter of July 9 is at hand with the letter of a very charitably intentioned person who informs them of the means her father used to cure leprosy. For this incurable disease Damien believes in the possibility of a miracle such as reported in Holy Scripture, but not in a natural remedy to cure leprosy. The green coverlet of their graveyard will put a stop to the progress of his disease and then all will be right. He continues to be happy and resigned to the Holy will of...

Scope and Contents He has been in the employ of Father Philibert Jordain, pastor of Campté for about 4 months, and has not received any salary. Jordain has been absent for about 36 days; he had said he was going to Clouthierville and that his trip would be only for 3 days. Jordain left Devillard sick and without money or provisions. He asks Blanc what to do. They have received no news; there is much criticism of Jordain's absence. Suits have even been brought against him for debts. :: VI-1-e A.L.S. French 1p....

Scope and Contents After asking for Blanc's blessing for himself and his large family, he would have confided his oldest son to Blanc but God did not permit. He regrets not seeing Blanc again before he left but he became ill for 11 days; he would have liked to bring his son to Lyons to present him to Blanc. Blanc will see his certificate shortly?. Deville recommends his son to Father Rousselon. Deville asks Blanc what clothing will be necessary and whether he needs a trunk. Deville believes he would like to...

Scope and Contents Devillière, his mother who does not age despite her 89 years, and his niece often speak of Perché with pleasure. He has bought a statue of St. Ann to place at Perché's altar of the Sacred Heart at St. Philomena. His mother and niece suggested that they wait for Perché to bless it, for they are counting on his promise to return to France. He will always have his room with him. It is very modest, but he knows Perché's humility. They cannot see the least light on the horizon for France. It is...

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She is to be married Wednesday and would like Edwards to be present at the Nuptioa Mass which will be celebrated at the Archbishop's chapel. :: XI-2-f A.L.S. 3 pp.

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She regrets that she will be unable to attend the exercises Saturday as they are in the midst of house-cleaning. She hopes to be able to visit Notre Dame in the near future. :: XI-2-b A.L.S. 3pp.

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She appreciates Edwards' little remembrance more than she can tell him. She was greatly disappointed when Edwards called and she was not at home. :: XI-1-o A.L.S. 2pp.

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They are very grateful indeed for Edwards' goodness in obtaining for them all the blessing of the Holy Father. They hope the trip benefited and will be glad to see Edwards. Her mother has not been well but is better. :: XI-2-h A.L.S. 3pp.

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She is very sorry that they were not at home when Edwards called. They will be happy to see him in Chicago. :: XI-1-g A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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She thanks Edwards for the kind greetings and good wishes, the rosary and the medal. They hope Edwards continues to improve. They will be glad to see him anytime. Her mother is doing poorly. She wishes him the blessings of the New Year. :: XI-2-k A.L.S. 2pp

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Devins encloses an ad for the pilgrimage to Notre Dame de Lourdes. On the 7th of July Devins will sail for Lourdes, France. Upon his return he will send Hudson an account of his visit. :: X-2-l A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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In her mother's name she makes enquiry regarding her uncle, Anthony O'Doude, a resident of New Orleans for 20 years, a merchant and pious Catholic. Her mother is of Waukegan and well known to Father Michael Donohue. They have not heard from him since the start of the war. :: VI-2-i A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents De Vivaldi thanks Blanc for his kindness during his stay in New Orleans. Until De Vivaldi receives orders from Rome he intends to stay in the flourishing diocese of Milwaukee under Bishop John Martin Henni whom he has known for many years. Platteville is a city of importance and very rich on account of mining although the Catholics are of very limited means because the valuable lands are in possession of the Protestants. DeVivaldi's congregation is of about 1200 souls and he serves many...

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Devlin sends $6.15 as payment for the Freeman's Journal for himself and for Peter McGowan of West Bangor. Also he sends $1 collected to aid the Indian Missions. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Devlin's father emigrated to America about twenty years ago. Having never heard any direct communications from him, Devlin takes this method to ascertain whether he is still living. He heard he was residing in New Orleans. His father's name is Roger Devlin, the same as his. Devlin is now a soldier in Her Majesty's 15th Regiment of Infantry. From the age of nine he was brought up with his uncle, Father O'Neill of Aglish in Ireland. He remained with him during his uncle's lifetime. Since then...

Scope and Contents They all wish that (Grover) Cleveland will give Onahan a cabinet post, or some other important job; and that the World's Fair (Columbian Catholic Congress) will bring the deserved honor of Cardinal to Archbishop (John) Ireland. He rejoices that the Congress will discuss emigration and colonization. He feels more and more that the grouping of Catholics in good farming centers is a necessary and fertile work. He discusses advantages of the factory workers and farmers, the religious habits of...

Scope and Contents A few days ago Devoto received a letter from Father O'Donnell of Edinburgh informing her that a letter had been sent to Bishop Gillis from Mrs. Mettexa of Orleans, Devoto's sister, making inquiries about Devoto whom she had heard had been shipwrecked. The letter also stated that her sister, Eliza Delorenzis having died, had left some money for Devoto. Devoto had not received a letter from her sister in more than 10 years. About 5 years ago, while residing in Liverpool, she received a...

Scope and Contents Lefevere has excommunicated John W.A.S. Cullen of Detroit and his mother Julia E. Cullen and his sister Marianne E. Cullen of Ann Arbor, relatives of Father Thomas Cullen, deceased pastor of St. Thomas' Church, Ann Arbor for retaining certain church artifacts which Father Cullen's will had left to that church. Before a notary public, these heirs protest their innocence, and ask that the censure be lifted. The attached exhibits no enclosure include Father Cullen's will, annual reports, in...

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2 receipted bills for coal bought April 28 and August 10; the receipts are signed by A. Jehlen. Attached is a receipt for coal delivered to St. Mary's Church signed by Father Stephen Rousselon. :: VI-2-a Receipts S. 5pp. 16mo.

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New York State Library acknowledges Seton's gift of "Seton of Parbroath in Scotland and America." :: II-1-c Printed Card Signed 2pp. 32mo.

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Dewey has received several copies of the Ave Maria in which his letter was reproduced. He asks Hudson to aid him in the task of publicizing the cause for beatification of Father Isaac Jogues and Catherine Tegakwitha, which they hope to introduce at Rome soon. Enclosed is a circular soliciting subscriptions for the chapel together with a reprint from the Messenger of the Sacred Heart, containing a sketch of Catherine's life and the martyrdom of Jogues. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.

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Dewey encloses the first number of the periodical, "Our Lady of Martyrs". He wishes Hudson would give it favorable notice in the Ave Maria. Enclosed is a list of contributions made for the chapel of Our Lady of Martyrs; publicity is asked for this cause. :: X-2-n A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.