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Haid sends McMaster a copy of The Life of St. Benedict. The book is the first English version of the work published in the United States and is a memento of the 1400th Anniversary Celebration of the birth of the saint. He will gratefully receive any notice McMaster cares to publish concerning the book. :: I-2-c A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Father Haider sends $1.50 for his six months subscription to the Journal. He supposes that McMaster did a great deal toward the declaration of the Infallibility of the Pope, and hopes that McMaster will get a cardinal's hat. He wishes to discontinue the Journal. :: I-1-n A.L.S. 1pp. 12mo.

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He sends Edwards some notes which he wished to put on paper. It was difficult for him to do on account of his eyes. He sends his respects to Father Edward Sorin C.S.C.

Scope and Contents Vincennes, Indiana, to Bishop Peter Paul Lefevere, Detroit, Michigan ` Hailandière asks why he should be offended by Lefevere's silence. They should be rather consoled that they have offended neither God nor a brother. He is astonished at the contrarities in the path of Lefevere but the previous history of poor Detroit could not make things otherwise and Lefevere has the weapons and must defend the kingdom of God. The bishops of flourishing dioceses must also have their trials, such as...

Scope and Contents Hailandiere has no intention of showing discontent with Lefevere in this letter. He will show none and made no pretext. What he wanted him to say is an object of pure administration. He opposes this gathering together of Brothers and Sisters and desires to prevent it. If he proposes Madison for the Sisters of Holy Cross it is because people demand that they be received in the diocese. He is not opposed to the Sisters of father Edward F. Sorin and has no objection that they settle outside the...

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He encloses an application for editorial pass to be filled out and returned. Referring to cash fare receipt handed him, he will see that Edwards gets his money refunded. :: XI-1-j A.L.S. 1p.

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The cash fare receipt Edwards left with him was forwarded to St. Louis to Mr. Brunner who replied that he dislikes to take up question of this kind with Vice-President. :: XI-1-m A.L.S. 1p.

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Haire has shipped a lace alb to Hudson as a taken of gratitude for all the kindness received. Haire hopes God will reward Hudson for his well known generosity. :: X-2-g A.L.S. 1p. 8vo.

Scope and Contents Haire has given up the business in Chicago and is working for an importer and distributor of dry goods. He has a good position and little to worry him. He feels he is indebted to Hudson for some notices in the Ave Maria. From the tenor of a note from Brother Francis de Paul, C.S.C. Haire felt "that" matter was cancelled. He will look into the matter when he comes to Notre Dame, but lets it rest for the moment. The alb he sent Hudson was a poor expression of his real feelings toward...

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Haire answers Clarke's of Nov. 12 addressed to Father James Rolando, C.M., who died a year previous. Bishop Francis Mora is best qualified to give information on Bishop Thaddeus Amat. Mora is presently attending the Council in Baltimore. :: I-2-n A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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He asks to be informed as to whether the five packages which he sent containing papers and pamphlets intended to help relieve the loss suffered because of the fire in the library have been received at Notre Dame. :: X-2-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents He received Edwards' letter acknowledging the receipt of the Catholic papers which Hairland donated to the Notre Dame library. He has sanguine hopes regarding the students of Notre Dame. He would give the last cent and the last book he has if by so doing he could induce the Catholic youths to know their religion and the part the Catholic Church played in the history of the country so that they could maintain their rights. Every student should become familiary with "Letters of a Kentucky...

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He was unable to remain at Seton's house on Tuesday because of an engagement in town. He has no connection whatever with "America Heraldica." It is ostensibly gotten up by Brentano but Haldane is under the impression that someone else is behind it. His book, which is not yet finished, will give extended genealogical accounts of a large number of American families. :: II-1-b A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

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Haldeman commends Eastman's work in running the Puzzle Department of the Lousiville CourierJournal since he started it February 16, 1880. :: X-2-h A.L. Copy 1p. 4to.

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The hotel has changed names and proprietors four times since it was called The Creighton and they have no record of their guests. He is sorry that he cannot furnish the desired information. :: XI-2-d A.L.S. 1p.

Scope and Contents At the request of several senators, Hale encloses not with letter a copy of a bill which passed the House on February 16 with a view of ascertaining whether its provisions meet Lefevere's approval. He is told that an attempt to prevent its passage is being made by George R. Griswold at the instigation of Edward V. Cicotte and others. Objections are such that it will be defeated unless sustained by a strong petition which Lefevere, if he desires the passage of the bill, should address to...

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Haler informs Hudson that he cannot accept Hudson's invitation to visit him. The busy season for his business commences at about that time. :: X-2-k A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

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Edwards note and the rosary were received. His Mother wishes him to thank Edwards for the favor. He more than enjoyed their little visit and trust it will not be long until they have another. He and his parents send best wishes. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 1p.

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Upon his return he found Edwards' note. He will be pleased to entertain Edwards as long as he can arrange to remain. He will be at the station to meet Edwards. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 1p.

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Was offered Appletons Journal for 1870 unbound for 50¢. He will purchase it for Edwards or Father John A. Zahm C.S.C . if desired. :: XI-1-a A.L.S. 1p. 16to.

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At Easter she will begin her novitiate with the Benedictines at St. Mary's Priory, Princethorpe, Warwickshire. They are a very select Community and she is fortunate to find admittance. They are all going to spend Christmas with her stepmother in their old home and then Halkett goes to Rome to return to England in March.

Scope and Contents She received (Seton)'s letter of December and the annual. She wishes (Seton) could have been in Rome for the Jubilee. She was there and one felt proud to be a Catholic. She returned to London for Easter to settle her temporal affairs for she is going back to Rome to be a Benedictine there. The Pope wants foreign convents and religious centers in Rome because the Italian government is suppressing the Italian ones. There is only one Benedictine convent in Rome, the Nuns of St. Cecilia, and...

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She received (Seton)'s two photographs, his letter and the picture. The account of (Seton)'s venerable aunt's (Mother Catherine Seton?) engagement is most edifying and interesting. Halkett has been so busy moving. The influenza is raging terribly there and causes many deaths. She plans to go to Scotland and Germany in August. She hopes some day to visit the Phelps Stokes (?) and will come to see (Seton).

Scope and Contents She was delighted to see (Seton)'s handwriting again. Mrs. Stokes(?) forwarded the letter. Her brother's (Hugh G. Halkett) address will always find her. The Church is going to have a mission in the Eastend under her director and she is going to be sacristan and nurse the sick. This mission was the last piece of work on earth of Cardinal (Henry Edward Manning). She is sending (Seton) a paper with the account of the funeral. A niece of the Cardinal and Halkett were the only two ladies in the...

Scope and Contents She thanks (Seton) for the letter, pictures and book. She is still inexperienced: she considers her life only began with her reception into the Church 3 years ago. Her director is Father Gordon Thompson, one of the holiest and most learned priests of the Archdiocese. Cardinal (Manning) thought a great deal of him. He was a young Anglican clergyman with a wife and 7 children when he became a Catholic. Miss Day and Halkett will live with some Franciscan sisters. Miss Day is an American; her...

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A New Year Card. :: II-1-b Card S. 2pp. 32mo.

Scope and Contents She was glad to receive (Seton)'s letter and the Almanac. She will be glad to meet (Seton)'s cousin and his wife if they should call. It will not be long until (Seton) visits Rome. She will greet him in the habit of St. Benedict if (Seton) thinks her worthy. She remembers (Seton) telling her at St. Bartholomew's Hospital in the first joy of her conversion that she would have her difficulties. She came to Rome at the end of May and joined her abbess who is founding an English community of...

Scope and Contents How good of Seton to send her all those things. She is so glad that he went to the wedding; he was the only representative of the family. His descriptions amused them all. The young couple arrived at Liverpool and has gone to the country till Monday. She thanks Seton for telling her the story of his mother; it was very touching. She delights in the practice of their holy religion. Now that she is on night duty she can often go to Mass. She too, always wishes she had been born a ...

Scope and Contents He asks McMaster to try to find out the whereabouts of Miss Belinda Ryan, the daughter of John Ryan, a painter who died in Augusta in 1863. Miss Ryan is supposed to be in a convent in New York and is sought by Mr. John Anderson, administrator of an estate in which Miss Ryan has an interest. If McMaster is able to give such information or place her in communication with those interested, he will be doing a good service. He does not know whether McMaster remembers him, but since his visit...

Scope and Contents Hall returns herewith the discharge. The loss of Indiana is a set back. It does not determine the result as it would have determined for the Republicans had they succeded in Ohio and Illinois? It means hard work. An inmense sum must have been spent by the Republicans in Indiana. The hope is that their money will hold out. Hall thinks they stand a fair chance in this although they shall have to work hard for it. He is afriad they intend to get the Presidency by purchase this time, as there...