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Juncker, H.D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1864 April 3

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
Scope and Contents Juncker asks Purcell if he is following the course of Bishop James Duggan of Chicago by denouncing, and refusing the Sacraments to the members of the Fenian Brotherhood. He had some of the pastors of the Chicago diocese read the circular of Duggan's and it caused much dissatisfaction. Because Juncker knows nothing about them he will continue to give them the Sacraments until he learns how the other prelates are treating the matter. He asks Purcell for his opinion, and feels it necessary that...
Dates: 1864 April 3

Juncker, Henry D. Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1860 September 28

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Identifier: CACI II-5-a
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Juncker asks how Purcell stands in regard to the property of the churches held by the Franciscans. Do they own St. Bernard, St. John, St. Francis churches and college in Cincinnati or does Purcell own them? Or has Purcell made a contract with them? :: II-5-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Dates: 1860 September 28

Juncker, Henry D. Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1859 September 1

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Identifier: CACI II-4-o
Scope and Contents Juncker is lonesome for Ohio and is kept too busy and has such miserable health at times that he cannot leave. He had two retreats-one at Cape Girardeau for the English priests, and one ending yesterday at Alton for the Germans. Juncker believes the retreat had its merits. He tried to establish uniformity in the Divine ceremonies, the instructions of youth and schools, and to have the churches keep the services better. He has also proposed a plan for the support of old and infirm priests,...
Dates: 1859 September 1

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1862 March 28

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
Scope and Contents Juncker received a letter from Cardinal Barnabo acknowledging the money paid for him by Purcell. He wrote to Barnabo on August 26, 1861 and attached a note asking the Holy Father to receive his little mite. He also enclosed in the letter his answer to complaints made against him by some other priests along with a request for dispensation from the decrees of the Council of Trent in some six French missions. As none of these events were mentioned in a letter of February 25, 1862 he sends a...
Dates: 1862 March 28

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1862 September

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
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Father John Menge came to Alton a very zealous priest and Juncker hopes he is leaving the same way. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 1pg. 12mo.

Dates: 1862 September

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1862 September 6

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
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Juncker is happy that Purcell has returned safely from Europe. He heard of Purcell's return the day before his retreat, which was given by Father Arnold Damen, S.J.. Forty-two priests were present, eleven absent, and the twelve Franciscan Fathers had their own retreat. Next Sunday, Juncker will ordain two priests and one deacon and on Monday will open their New College and temporary Seminary at Teutopolis, Illinois. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1862 September 6

Juncker, Henry D. Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1867 March 27

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Identifier: CACI II-5-c
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He relies on the berth which Purcell promised. He does not want to trouble French steamers about graties; they even insulted some French priests who made such demand. He asks if a student in the American College can finish the classics or must he be ready for philosophy. He believes that Bishop Anthony O'Regan when in Europe had his passport fixed so no visas were required. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1867 March 27

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1864 May 19

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
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It is possible that he will comply with Purcell's wishes, though he is almost alone and has no pleasure to visit Lancaster since the kind and pious laity is no more. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Dates: 1864 May 19

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1864 October 24

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
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This last week they had the retreat for the German speaking priests and this week for the English speaking ones. It will not due to tell the people about the Holy Days. The Americans are not Romans, they prefer to make money before idleness and music. Juncker did not reply to Father James Orth and answered the other two in negative. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1864 October 24

Juncker, Henry D. Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1859 November 6

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Identifier: CACI II-4-o
Scope and Contents Juncker had a letter from Mr. Hably, lately admitted in Purcell's seminary, stating that his exeat is for the diocese of Alton, but on his way to Cincinnati he was persuaded by some friends to stay in Cincinnati. He asks Juncker's consent to stay on for Juncker to send him some money. Juncker says he never heard of Hably and his exeat was probably from last year. Father P. Rosendolf, who lately came from Munster, told Juncker that Hably ran off to America with a servant girl. Juncker asks...
Dates: 1859 November 6

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1859 November 17

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Identifier: CACI II-4-o
Scope and Contents Juncker will visit Purcell on the consecration of Father Quinlan. Since Bishop William X. Elder will be present at the ceremony, Juncker believes it a good time to arrange with Purcell the affairs of the late James Vandervelde concerning the Diocese of Alton. Juncker wrote Elder about the matter from Rome but has not received an answer. The agent of Mrs. Hunt wrote to Juncker some time ago and said there is one lot left which rightfully belongs to him, but that Bishop Elder, when he was in...
Dates: 1859 November 17

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1862 March 11

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
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He congratulates Purcell on the realization of his wishes to have at last obtained a coadjutor. He will pray that the coadjutor will sweeten Purcell's years. It will be impossible for him to assist at the consecration. Juncker asks if he has the power to suspend and absolve in the case of a young priest who has been accused of absolving his accomplice. He also asks about the validity of a marriage case. :: II-5-b A.L.S. 2pp. 8vo.

Dates: 1862 March 11

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1861 March 11

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Identifier: CACI II-5-a
Scope and Contents The church of Father Francis A. Ostrop is entirely demolished. Ostrop knows only the congregation there and can obtain from them the little they can contribute; without his zeal it cannot be rebuilt. Juncker will send Purcell a fine young priest. Until then Father Ostrop may attend St. Francis until Father Brummer comes back. Their Provincial Council will be opened will be opened the fifth Sunday after Easter. Juncker has a great deal of trouble with the old priests. Unhappily some of the...
Dates: 1861 March 11

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1861 January 16

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Identifier: CACI II-5-a
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Father T. Lavalle recommended Holloran? to him as a man who had been professor in the house for a year. Juncker has already spent too much money on him. He cannot take individuals who are unfit even though he needs English priests. Juncker often thought that Purcell spoiled Father William J. Barry by putting him at once in high and fat positions. This kind of delicate and puffed up gentlemen ought to be sent first to the missions to form a congregation. :: II-5-a A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1861 January 16

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio., 1866 January 15

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Identifier: CACI II-5-c
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A Catholic married a Protestant woman before a civil magistrate and separated some time after. Then the man married a Catholic woman before a civil magistrate and they now wish to be remarried in the church. Whether the first wife was baptized and she did not know either because both her parents and the people who raised her are dead. Juncker asks Purcell's advice on this matter, and whether the man's belief on the matter should be admitted. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Dates: 1866 January 15

Juncker, Henry D. Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell of, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1867 March 20

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Identifier: CACI II-5-c
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He just came from Decatur where he dedicated a new church in honor of St. Patrick. It will be a pleasure to accompany Purcell to Europe. He asks Purcell to get him and one priest a cabin on the same vessel as Purcell. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 2pp. 16to.

Dates: 1867 March 20

Juncker, Henry D. Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1868 March 13

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Identifier: CACI II-5-d
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He found Purcell's letter on his return from the wild regions along the Illinois River. Father Caspar A. Gerst wrote that he was ordained by Purcell, that he went to the Benedictines and later to the Trappists in Europe. For three years he has abstained from liquor. Juncker sent him to Springfield for a while but he will not keep him against Purcell's wishes. Juncker has no objection to extending mercy and charity to Gerst. :: II-5-d A.L.S. 3pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1868 March 13

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Cairo, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1865 January 20

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Identifier: CACI II-5-c
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He writes for Purcell to procure him some paroles. Juncker knows no one while Purcell knows all the important people. Purcell frightened him. Purcell has asked who is that Sister. Juncker is at Cairo to build a new church. His hospital has poor prospects. :: II-5-c A.L.S. French 1p. 12mo.

Dates: 1865 January 20

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Cairo, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1863 April 30

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
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He writes to ask a favor for an unfortunate family. Col. W. Ashley of Jonesboro was arrested at Cairo for having expressed too frankly his attachment for the South. He has been brought before the war tribunal at Cincinnati. If Purcell can do anything for the family, it will be a great charity for the family. Ashley and his family were converted three years ago. Juncker fears for Illinois, especially the southern part. May God protect them from anarchy. :: II-5-b A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1863 April 30

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Columbia, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1863 June 15

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
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He asks what will be done with the priests who fall under the conscription act and if there is any means of exempting them. He intends to take up a collection to buy out any who may be taken. Purcell forgot to send him a copy of the faculties from Rome. :: II-5-b A.L.S. French 2pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1863 June 15

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1862 January 10

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Identifier: CACI II-5-b
Scope and Contents Juncker, so busy he could not find time to write, now offers his wishes to Purcell for a happy New Year. He will accept Purcell's invitation to visit him if it is possible for him to leave Cairo, Illinois at that time. Fathers C.F. Smarius and Arnold Damen with others are giving missions within the Diocese, and Juncker will have to give Confirmation after each mission. These will be the first missions given for the English people there and Juncker asks Purcell for prayers for their success....
Dates: 1862 January 10

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1865 December 21

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Identifier: CACI II-5-c
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Juncker wishes Purcell the season's greetings. He asks what Purcell thinks of Father Denis Dunn who is second on the list for Dubuque. Everyone speaks against him and Juncker feels he is not the man for Bishop of Dubuque. Father John Hennessey and A. Pelamourgues are far superior to him. Juncker asks when Purcell will visit in Alton or Quincy. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1865 December 21

Juncker, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Mound City, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1865 January 1

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Identifier: CACI II-5-c
Scope and Contents In Purcell's last letter he spoke about some newspapers. Juncker has always endeavored to banish them from the diocese and would have publicly denounced the German paper of Baltimore but Bishop John M. Henni thought they had no right to do so since it was not published in their dioceses. He was grieved by the letter from Bishop James F. Wood, that the bishops assembled at Philadelphia did not think it proper to make an effort to have priests exempted from the draft. The priests of St. Louis...
Dates: 1865 January 1

Juncker, Henry D., Bp. of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, of Cincinnati, Ohio, 1866 July 1

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Identifier: CACI II-5-c
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He received the letter of Mrs. Stuart which Purcell sent him. This week he will have the retreat for the clergy by two Redemptorists, one for the English and the other the Germans. He asks a word of instruction from Purcell. Last year he had so many troubles that he almost lost his mind. Many times he intended to run to Purcell for advice. :: II-5-c A.L.S. 2pp. 12mo.

Dates: 1866 July 1

Junckers, Henry D., Bishop of Alton, Alton, Illinois, to Archbishop John Baptist Purcell, Cincinnati, Ohio, 1861 June 29

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Identifier: CACI II-5-a
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Last Wednesday he brought P Father _____ Rinkes to the St. Vincent's Asylum in St. Louis. Rinkes is out of his mind. It is a great pity; he seemed to be a very priest. Junckers has not yet engaged any teachers. :: II-5-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Dates: 1861 June 29

Junger, Aegidias, Bishop of Nesqually: Vancouver, Wash(ington) to W(illiam) J. Onahan: Chicago, Ill(inois), 1893 August 30

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Identifier: CONA IX-1-f
Scope and Contents Absence and sickness have delayed reply. Onahan is asked to appoint delegates for the diocese of Nesqually to the Columbian Catholic Congress with the exception of Dr. David Wall and his son Joseph, who shall be able to make the trip. Father P. Hylebos will come from Washington D. C. to represent Junger, and to him, Onahan is asked to give the enclosed letter. Also, Father Frencken, of his diocese, shall attend. Enclosure: 1893 Aug. 30 Junger, Aegidius, Bishop of Nesqually: Vancouver,...
Dates: 1893 August 30

Junger, Aegidius Bp. Nesqually, Spokane, Washington to whom it may concern, 1893 October 04

 Item — Box CEDW 6: [Barcode: 00000039181789], Folder: 14
Identifier: CEDW XI-1-k
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The bearer, Brother Francis from Notre Dame, Indiana, comes to canvass the diocese for subscribers to the "Ave Maria It is a paper that should be in every Catholic family. :: XI-1-k A.L.S. 1p.

Dates: 1893 October 04

Junger, Bishop Aegidius, Vancouver Washington Territory, to James F. Edwards, Notre Dame, Indiana, 1886 December 18

 Item — Box CEDW 2: [Barcode: 00000039034079], Folder: 14
Identifier: CEDW XI-1-d
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He will send some articles used by his predecessor Bishop A. M. S. Blanchet, but he hopes Edwards will have a little patience. :: XI-1-d A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Dates: 1886 December 18

Junior Department, Notre Dame, Indiana, to James F. Edwards, Notre Dame, Indiana, 1883

 Item — Box CEDW 2: [Barcode: 00000039034079], Folder: 01
Identifier: CEDW XI-1-c
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Poems addressed to Edwards on the tenth celebration of his patronal feast as Professor of the University of Notre Dame by the members of the Junior Department. :: XI-1-c 5pp. 8vo.

Dates: 1883

Justin, Brother, New York, New York, to William J. Onahan, 1889 November 9

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Identifier: CONA IX-1-a
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Brother Alpheus is delegated as a representative of Manhattan College to the Catholic Congress of Baltimore. :: IX-1-a A.L.S. 1p. 12mo.

Dates: 1889 November 9