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List of names and sums of money, probably contributions to St. Michael's Association. Paper is torn sheet of Journal stationary. In papers of James Alphonsus McMaster :: I-2-a A Note 1p. 12mo.

Scope and Contents The Ave Maria has been for years a favorite with Barry because of its literary excellence as a Catholic religious publication. Before the November 24th issue, he had never known it to discuss prominent political personages or their public acts. The Ave Maria's eulogy of President Grover Cleveland, which appeared in that issue invites criticism of those who do not agree with Hudson's estimate of Cleveland. Barry proceeds to criticize a number of Cleveland's presidential acts and...

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He is sorry that he cannot procure a photo of Bishop John Barry of Savannah, Georgia for Edwards' interesting collection. :: XI-1-c A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Barry submits a manuscript for the Ave Maria. :: X-3-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Barry thanks Onahan for his letter. He sympathizes deeply with Onahan's aims. If there is anything Onahan would want done in England, Barry shall oblige. F. Ryan went with Barry to Niagara. In Toronto, he was encouraged to see that Archbishop (John) Walsh is greatly liked by his clergy. F. Nugent would like to hear from Onahan. Regards to the family.

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Barry hopes to be in Chicago at the Temperance gathering in June, but must return to England before September and will not be able to attend the (Columbian Catholic Congress). He has been asked to contribute an article on the Discovery of America to the quarterly Review of London. He shall also write on the Duties of Capital, along lines of previous essays. His general contention has been brought out in the papal encyclical Rerum Novarum. (Nine typed copies attached.)

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Barry saw Cardinal Gibbons yesterday. He asks Onahan to thank F. Fitzgerald and say that Barry shall be happy to put himself under Fitzgerald's care, while at Chicago. It will be a pleasure to visit Notre Dame especially if (Maurice) Egan will be there. He also hopes to converse with Onahan. He presents a list of traveling details and plans.

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Barry will stay over Monday in Washington and will arrive in Chicago on the seventh, Wednesday. He is also writing a line to F. Fitzgerald.

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Barry need not say why he is embarrassed in calling on McMaster between the desire of seeing him and the fear of meeting so soon after his domestic trouble. It is better for him to express his friendship in a note. :: I-1-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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It will give Barstow great pleasure to accept Brownson's invitation and he will come to his house on his arrival in Detroit. Barstow has been at Sackets three or four weeks. Robertson is in command. Livingston has gone to Plattsburg; he told Barstow of Brownson's visit to Wood. Barstow was sorry to have missed Brownson. :: III-3-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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He gives an explanation of who he is and the excuse for writing this letter. His father was one of the oldest residents of South Bend and a good friend of Father Edward Sorin, C.S.C.. He asks for something that could be illustrated, of the early history of Indiana for the Indianan Society of Chicago. He sketches his life and and the life of the society. :: XI-2-k L. S. (Typed) 1p.

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He encloses his authorization as a delegate to the Columbian Catholic Congress from Jasper College. The long delay was due to improper addressing.

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She thanks him for the photo of Sister Bernard. She invites him over to St. Mary's. :: XI-1-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Dr. Barrows told him that Onahan would furnish a list of the Catholic clergy and others of that denomination who are to be invited to his reception Monday evening. He asks that a list be returned with the bearer.

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At last she has recovered from her illness and writes to thank Edwards for his kindness to her while at Notre Dame. She enjoyed her visit. She hopes Edwards is keeping close watch of Frank. :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 2pp.

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He is glad that Edwards is coming to Danville and wants him to stay as long as possible. :: XI-1-l A.L.S. 1p.

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He received the gold medal and thinks it is a beauty. His father will start for the White City the first of next week. Lamar Monarch is anxious for Barton to visit him. He has been having a splendid time. :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 2pp.

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He thanks Edwards for the pin. The spoons are very handsome and he is sure the future Mrs. Barton will appreciate them. :: XI-2-f A.L.S. 3pp.

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He found Edwards' letter on his return from their honeymoon trip. Agnes thought the spoons were beautiful. It is kind of Edwards to offer to send them a set of books as it will help build up their library. They will have very cozy quarters. He sends papers with an account of the wedding. :: XI-2-f A.L.S. 2pp.

Scope and Contents They were delighted with the books Edwards sent them. They think they have a nice little library for a start. He and wife have been buying books for the past two years and in ten years they expect to have the best library in Danville. They are not as yet settled in their new home. He went into partnership; with one of the leading old physicians and is up to his eyes in work bearing the weight of both his and the other doctor's practice as well as the railroad work. He rarely hears from Notre...

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He has been intending to write since Edwards left. His mother has been very sick. His father went to Momence on a fishing trip. Father Morrissey writes that he thought Barton would get a room. :: XI-1-l A.L.S. 6pp.

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Father Morrissey promised to let him know about his room as soon as he sees Father Kirsh. He has heard nothing yet. He and Chass went to Ivesdale Illinois with the band to the dedication of a Catholic Church. He is going over to LaFayette to visit Prof. Ackerman. :: XI-1-l A.L.S. 6pp.

Scope and Contents He was sorry to learn of the loss of Notre Dame's fine gymnasium. He looks back to his four years at Notre Dame as the happiest days of his life. His association with Edwards and the little Crescent Club orchestra seems to stand out over it all. Notwithstanding appearances he always felt kindly toward Edwards. He trusted that Edwards would try to forget the unpleasant part. He only thought when at Notre Dame of the days when he should enter his Medical course. He expects to take his M.D....

Scope and Contents Edwards' letter was forwarded to him from Danville. He will take great pleasure in presenting the card to Dr. Coll on his arrival in New York. There are so many students there that he cannot place the doctor. Barton is at the Wabash Employes Hospital as acting assistant house surgeon. It has been a splendid training for him. He met Father Luke Evers in New York and had a pleasant chat. Chassaing is playing in some Regiment band; it seems too bad that he is so well satisfied to take life as...

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He received an appointment in the Sisters Hospital at Buffalo which goes into effect June 1st. He received word from the college that he passed his examinations and will receive his degree. :: XI-2-d A.L.S. 2pp.

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Father Lambert of the Catholic Times desires to obtain material for an article on the work of the sisters of Notre Dame during the Civil War, and asks for information either of their work or of the order in general. :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 2pp.

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She is delighted with the beautiful pin Edwards sent her by Claud Bandy. It was quite nice of Edwards to remember her. :: XI-2-b A.L.S. 2pp.

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Basil calls Hudson's attention to an article in the Katholische Volkszeitung Baltimore on the school question. It concerns the teaching sisters and their superior. :: X-2-k A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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An international conference composed of notable Catholics under the presidency of the Bishop of Liege (Victor Joseph Doutrelaux), has made several listed decisions on the Roman question. Onahan is asked to sign the accompanying resolutions on the temporal authority of the Pope and the Independence of the Holy See.

Scope and Contents On the 25th St. Joseph's College was destroyed by fire about noon. The yard was filled with people from town before the institution knew. It took place from a chimney. Only the clothes were saved. The two wings were saved which now serve as shelter and studies continue herein. Basualdi is here yet for had he received a letter, he would be in New Orleans. Perhaps he will go in a few weeks., P.S. He sends respects to Fathers Paquin, Tornatore, Rolando, and Wiseman. Basualdi reckons that ...