Scope and Contents Brearley notices Brownson's interview with astonishment, for if he was sincere, he has been shamefully imposed on by some one. Brearley has taken these higher degrees, is a 32nd degree mason and a Knight Templar, and he assures Brownson that he is not only in the wrong but that masonry emphatically and repeatedly affirms instead of denies the existence of God and its teachings are essentially Christian. In France there has been a slight departure from this rule, and the masonry of the rest...

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Breen is contemplating a translation of a legend. It is pure Catholic in tone. The legend is from the German of Clemens Brentano. Hudson is asked if he would publish it for the Ave Maria. :: X-3-f A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Breen will finish the translation about October 1st and will forward it. :: X-3-h A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.

Scope and Contents Breen has been presented to Brownson at Notre Dame but begs leave to enclose a letter from Professor Maurice Francis Egan. Breen is vice presidential delegate to the Catholic Congress from this diocese and desires to obtain a seat or place in the Baltimore Cathedral for the morning services on next Sunday, and would appreciate any information or suggestion Brownson can offer. He will be in Baltimore at the Carrolton on Saturday evening, leaving here on Friday evening. :: III-3-d A.L.S. 1p....

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When at Ste. Genevieve yesterday, Breese understood that propositions had been accepted by the principal of St. Mary's College for the purchase of land on the Mississippi river which William Gibson had contracted with Breese for. Gibson has not complied with his contract and no title will be made to him by Breese. If the land is wanted, Breese will sell it at the price agreed for the seminary to Gibson and make a deed for it. :: IV-3-i A.L.S. 2pp. 4to.

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Breheny submits an article for the Ave Maria. :: X-3-c A.L.S. 1p. 4to.

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He has written for permission to join the pilgrimage to Rome and believes his request will be granted. He will let McMaster know the result as soon as possible. He supposes there will be no objection to a priest in the pilgrimage. He writes early so as to secure passage. He will send his deposit as soon as he hears definitely. :: I-2-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Brehony sends McMaster $21 in subscription to the Freeman's Journal and names the 10 subscribers, one of whom will send his fee himself. He has done his best by collecting only $2 from each instead of the $2.10 specified but he believes McMaster will be satisfied. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Brennan, writing from St. Michael's College, encloses some pages for insertion in the Freeman's Journal enclosures not present. Several admirers of the Journal are anxious that this article be printed. McMaster probably forgets Brennan entirely from the time they once met in the past. Brennan, then a sickly priest from Hamilton, Ontario, was a member of the American Pilgrimage to Rome and met McMaster in New York. Brennan has always recommended the Journal to his people but did not...

Scope and Contents In McMaster's notice upon Father Louis Cartuyvels ' departure for Europe, he left out Cartuyvels' newly acquired titles which Bishop Sylvester Rosecrans of Columbus Ohio conferred upon him at the depot of Newark. The titles were well merited for the faithful labors in this country, for the many churches built, founding of Catholic settlements, etc. Rosecrans conferred upon Cartuyvels the title of Vicar General of the diocese of Columbus and Dean of Newark, Ohio. P.S. Brennan asks that...

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In reply to Clarke's request of the 10th asking of the late Archbishop James F. Wood, Brennan thinks the most satisfactory response would be two copies of the "Catholic Standard" he encloses. If Clarke would send a proof of his sketch, Brennan might be able to make some additions or suggestions. :: I-2-n A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

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Brennan expresses his bereavement to McMaster with the concolation that the prayers of his friends will be offered for the repose of the soul of Mrs. McMaster. He will offer the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass for the repose of her soul. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Brennan read Hudson's notice of his book with satisfaction and returns his thanks. :: X-3-a A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

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Brennan encloses $5.00 for his subscription and $1.00 for Mount Carmel. :: I-2-g A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Brennan submits some verses for the Ave Maria. :: X-2-i A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Brennan sends an article entitled "The Signal Service" for the Ave Maria. :: X-2-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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After talking with Father Walsh and learning that his son John Brennan had been dismissed from Notre Dame for disobeying regulations, he was too disappointed to visit anyone. Brennan invites Hudson to come up to his lumber camp in Minnesota for a rest. :: X-3-i A.L.S. 3pp. 8vo.

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He asks McMaster to accept his sympathy and condolences upon the death of Mrs. McMaster. Having undergone a similar bereavement several years ago he reads McMaster's remarks with a full heart. He offers his prayers for the repose of Mrs. McMaster soul. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

Scope and Contents Brent has received a copy of the Civilta Catholica from his friend Father Barotti, who pointed out the catalogue of the dignitaries in attendance at the opening of the Ecumenical Council. Brent states that Father Barotti is of the opinion that a publication of the catalogue in this country would be acceptable to the clergy and laity. He offers to translate in case McMaster does not regularly receive the magazine, and will have the translation in New York in time for the next issue of...

Scope and Contents Brent wrote Clarke on the 28th that Wise had not provided funds up to that time to meet his cheque; Brent was told this morning that the money will be paid. Current municipal elections have Brent disgusted because for years he witnessed a mixture of patriotism and whiskey at the 4th Ward Polls. The people of Washington are in a fog as to how the great struggle is progressing and General Grant will be also if he sticks to the Chickahominy Swamps. New Yorkers are better informed than...

Scope and Contents He asks McMaster's advocay in the cause of total abstinance. As there are strong efforts by both the clergy and the laity to stop intemperance, he thinks the assistance of the Catholic press would make the movement more effective. A short time ago a temperance meeting took place at the Cooper Institute where Rev. Dr. Edward McGlynn delivered a lecture. Such meetings were proposed to be held at stated periods and he hopes that the Journal will lend a helping hand in mentioning such...

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Breton offers an article for the Ave Maria entitled "The Story of Maggie". :: X-3-k A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.

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Breton submits an article entitled "The Lost Chord". :: X-3-k A.L.S 1p. 16mo.

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Breton submits an article which the editor of The Month advised her to send Hudson. :: X-3-j A.L.S. 4pp. 16mo.

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The committee of the Waterbury R.C.T.A. and B. Society have instructed him to acknowledge the receipt of McMaster's letter of Feb. 29 and to inform him of their pleasure in having McMaster lecture on St. Patrick's Day. They also agree and accept his terms. :: I-1-m A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Brewer sends McMaster $3 as his subscription fee to the Freeman's Journal. He also sends $5.40 as mission dues to aid the Indian Missions. He promises to say the Hall Mary daily for the Missions and asks that his paper be mailed to his new residence on North Main St., Springfield, Massachusetts, after June 23. :: I-2-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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If Bric intended that his paper should be published, he would comply with Hudson's request. Perhaps it is too soon to speak so fully of Father John Bapst, S.J.. :: X-3-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Brick asks McMaster to please report at the former's office and file application for a license under the excise laws of the United States. Transaction of any business without a license will subject McMaster to a penalty of three times the amount of the License Tax. ` N.B. Wholesale and retail dealers are required to state the amount of their annual sales. :: I-1-m Printed notice, unsigned. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Brisard, who was ordained by Bishop James O. Van de Velde requests permission to be received into the Detroit Diocese. Bishop Anthony O'Regan appointed him to the L'Erable Mission, having a mixed population, mostly Canadians and Irish. Brisard speaks enough English to be able to serve these people. He has three poor missions, made difficult to administer because of the nearness of the apostate Charles Chiniquy . He has made an enemy, rendering his work partly ineffective, an unsurmountable...

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The Catholic Truth Society now has an excellent manager and are ready to extend their work. Britten would like to know if and on what terms Hudson would like to appoint them agents for his publications and on what terms he could supply them. It is especially the Ave Maria library which is within their scope. :: X-3-l A.L.S. 2pp. 16mo.