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Etienne recommends to Blanc Mr. Charey, bearer of this letter, who is going to go into business in New Orleans. He belongs to a respectable family and has good religious principles. :: V-5-f A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Although Etienne has not written for a long time, he is very much interested in the work confided to Armengol. The last circular sent to Armengol told him of their position here. Today their position is less painful, he hopes they will soon come out of this crisis. Armengol's letter of December 22 to Father Jean-Baptiste Nozo, C.M. was not only given to Father Marc-Antoine Poussou, C.M., it was given to the council and Etienne was commissioned to reply to it. They have been delighted by the...

Scope and Contents The letter which the Superior-General, Father Jean Baptiste Nozo, C.M. wrote to Bishop Joseph Rosati, C.M. a copy of which was sent to Timon dispenses Etienne from going into detail to reply to Timon's of February 29. the plans are very well conceived and their execution could have very good results. But the difficulty is to find the means to realize them. It is probable that before long they may be organizing missions in Africa which the Sovereign Pontiff wishes to confide to their...

Scope and Contents Timon's letter of June 13 arrived during a trip of the Superior General, Father John Baptist Nozo, C.M.. He has now returned and bids Etienne send Timon his replies., 1. The General approved Timon's sending a confrère to Father John Odin, C.M. to help him at the Cape. But he does not approve establishing a college there. A simple school in good time but not a college., 2. Timon is to send a copy of the act of cession of Bishop Joseph Rosati regarding the church and presbytery at Old...

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She asks Edwards to inquire if Brother Vincnet has any letters of their venerable founder, Father Dujario. They have already a memoir of their Founder in manuscript.

Scope and Contents Father Patrick Canavan is urging Eugenia to open a school here but she does not feel adequate. She has not yet regained her strength. Besides, it is decidedly against Howal's? wish but she sees the necessity of a school. They have ascertained that there will be about 25 scholars among the Catholics. Many others will send as Mr. Hall has but 6 pupils and is not liked. If it were possible to find a Catholic lady, capacitated to teach as well as to direct a school, Eugenia could assist her and...

Scope and Contents Sister Francis Regis, S.C. has asked Eugenia to request a favor in behalf of two Religious of the Sacred Heart residing with them for a few days, that is, to appoint a confessor for them before they sail for New York on next Wednesday or Thursday. Madame Bujolt speaks both French and English, Madame S.? Jennings only English. They would like to go to Father Angelo Mascaroni will be satisfied with whomever Rousselon appoints. They also request the privilege of visiting the Charity Hospital....

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Sister thanks Hudson for sending the Ave Maria to the Holy Cross convent at Neuilly. :: X-3-h A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Their old friend is gone! All must die to live; all must die to pass to immortality. Edwards had done a great mission � he has been true to the end. He has helped Father Stanislaus Fitte, C.S.C. in many ways. She gives Fitte's words saying that he was ready for death. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 2pp.

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Sister is back at St. Mary's after her journey to Lourdes, France. She feels stronger and has received many spiritual blessings. She would like to be with Mother Lucretia, but this is impossible because the climate is injurious to her week lungs. :: X-3-c A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Sister would like to have a confidential talk with Hudson about Miss Marie C. Fuller and to talk with her since Hudson is the only one in whom she holds confidence. She thanks Hudson for sending the Ave Maria to the Augustinians at Neuilly, France. :: X-3-d A.L.S. 4pp. 12mo.

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She hopes Edwards is feeling better. She asks Edwards to excuse the delay in not sending his medicine. She was sorry not to see Fabian. If he calls again, Edwards must tell him to call for her. She thinks he may have a message from Mrs. McCarthy; as long as he cannot see Gertrude she will deliver it. :: XI-2-l A.L.S. 1p.

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Mother Lucretia requested the Infirmarian to let Edwards in any time even though she may not be able to speak. She will welcome Edwards as one of her truest friends. It is very plain that God wants Mother Lucretia to Himself and she is glad to go. :: XI-2-f A.L.S. 2pp.

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Sister thanks Hudson for the kindness that he has shown her brother. :: X-3-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Sister received a letter from Brother Rissler of St. Francis, New York. She asks Hudson to send him a copy of the Ave Maria. :: X-3-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Mother Mary Lucretia 's feast day comes on November 23. The pupils wish to show their appreciation by presenting an address to her on that day. Sister inquires if Hudson would print the address. :: X-3-a A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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Sister Mary Ignatius found the proof correct. When the address is ready Sister Eugenie or Father Augustus Saulnier, C.S.C., can pick it up. :: X-3-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Enclosed is $5 for Masses for Mother Lucretia from the Children of Mary. :: X-3-a A.L.S. 1p. 16mo.

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She thanks Hudson for his letter. She asks Hudson to send free of charge the Ave Maria to the Dames Anglaises at Neuilly. She has received a letter from Mrs. Adelaide Papin. :: X-3-g A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

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The Sisters are grateful to Hudson for printing the address. They will remember Hudson in their prayers. :: X-2-o A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

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Mother Ascension was pleased to hear that Edwards was on his way to France. She hopes the change will benefit his health. She hears the exposition is grand but not as large as Chicago's. Sister Virginia has gone for a trip around the lakes. The heat was hard on Mother Ascension. :: XI-2-c A.L.S. 2pp.

Scope and Contents Mother Eulalie has recalled that Odin told her that there should be in the convent one of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg specially charged with the good order of the convent; it will also be necessary for Mother St. Claude, C.S.J. to name an assistant . She believes Sister Anatole, C.S.J. would be suitable for both their jobs; Odin should confer with Mother St. Claude on this. In regard to applicants for the novitiate, there should be a Sister to raise them, and a place in one of their...

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Several have told them that Odin was walking a little further. They Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg ask him to direct his steps their way and to come to bless them and the children. :: VI-2-h A.L.S French 2pp. 12mo.

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Their feast of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg is approaching. She talked to Father Th. Alleau about the manner of celebrating it and about the taking of the habit for their young postulants. At first Alleau said he would do what Odin told him to do. Today he wrote that he would not dare to ask Odin to come that day. Odin is to tell Alleau what he wishes him to do. :: VI-2-h A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

Scope and Contents Yesterday on returning from seeing Blanc they went to St. Augustine's for confession but the pastor was not there and they could not find him until today. They understood that they are too far from this parish to make several trips every two weeks and that they would add to their woes if they had to go to St. Anne's for Mass if they went to St. Augustine's for confession. Since Blanc directed them to St. Augustine Eulalie would not proceed further without having informed Blanc. If he judges...

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Blanc visited them Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg on August 21; they are honored to recall his attention to their present situation and ask him to permit them to accept the place offered them at Pointe Coupée. They cannot remain at Bay St. Louis any longer. They assure Blanc that he will never regret taking them under his protection. :: VI-1-k A.L.S. French 1p. 4to.

Scope and Contents They have received Blanc's letter; they Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg understand how much Blanc desires that they establish themselves at the Bay. But it is impossible to settle here or even to stay longer. Many times Eulalie has consulted people who know the area much better than she does and all have said that they would never succeed. The poverty of the people and their inconstancy are insurmountable obstacles. It is too bad that Blanc was informed only by the person who seemed to be...

Scope and Contents The little troubles which Sister spoke of to Blanc about the Widows Asylum have grown a great deal. This widow who from the beginning has been the pest of the house, enjoys the confidence of Mrs. Barjac . She tells everything; she goes around seeing what they do and what they say. They are regarded by Mrs. Barjac as servants. Eulalie thanks Blanc for setting up their schools near the church; it is hard to be so far from the church. Next month they will see about a location in order to begin...

Scope and Contents Eulalie received Blanc's letter; she is aware of his desire to be their patron and to have them remain here. Blanc's heart is too kind to force them to stay in a place that is impossible for them. At Pointe Coupé, the person who pointed out this parish to them told Eulalie that the pastor wished to have some Sisters. She seized the opportunity. If Blanc wishes, two of them Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg could remain here to quiet Father Stanislaus Buteux . For some time Buteux has not paid...

Scope and Contents They were very sorry to learn that Blanc had been fatigued after his trip to the Bay. It would not be otherwise after spending two nights in the open. They have heard he is a little better. Their Sisters of St. Joseph of Bourg have the happy thought of presenting themselves to Blanc on arriving. Blanc's visit did immense good. They have the firm conviction that they will be under his protection and will no longer be as unhappy as they have been for almost two years. The Sisters who arrived...