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The curate is changed and the pastor returns from Rome City tomorrow. No news from Notre Dame. He sends warmest regards to the Major. :: XI-2-g Postcard, signed

Scope and Contents Edwards knows enough of Fitte's feelings towards him without requiring any expression of them in writing. He wishes him a Happy New Year. He has been meeting so many good friends in Canton that he is spoiled when he returns home. The enclosed clipping speaks for itself. Note: The attached clipping concerns the conviction of Attorney Thomas E. Steele on the charge of using the mails to defraud. Steele is a relative of General William T. Sherman and Senator Thomas Ewing. :: XI-2-f A.L.S....

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He trusts that Edwards is on the way to full recovery. He need not tell that he found another home there. Of course he found a great deal of work to do. Father Arnould remembers Edwards distinctly. :: XI-2-f A.L.S. 2pp.

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If at all possible he may run to New York for a few days. He will let Edwards know. At last the appointment of Father Peter Muldoon as Auxiliary bishop of Chicago is official, together with the appointment of the same and also Bishop Alexander J. McGavick as irremovable recotrs. He sends regards to Mgr. Seton. :: XI-2-d A.L.S. 1p.

Scope and Contents He will leave Canton to visit some old friends in Pennsylvania. If Edwards does not receive a note before August 10th, it will be a sign that Fitte is unable to meet him in New York. He mailed Edwards a Chicago paper that speaks for itself; and awful scandal is going on in the press for the last eight days in connection with Father Peter Muldoon's appointment and consecration. It is an outrage and it beats anything that has ever happened in this country for many years. Fitte made friends of...

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He left Canton as his services were no longer needed and came to Long Branch at the invitation of a friend. He was delighted to learn that his friend Major Henry Brownson was in better health. It is too bad they could not go to see Paradis and family. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 3pp.

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He was very much put about to leave Long Branch without seeing Edwards. Father Slattery said he met Edwards and that Edwards was unwell. He wants Edwards to try to call on him while he is in New York. :: XI-1-n A.L.S. 3pp.

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The enclosed clipping speaks for itself, a romance ending in a shameful tragedy. The Chicago papers say that she became a Catholic before her wedding, that the couple is still in jail, that deep investigation is going on in connection with the poisoning by arsenic, and that Dr. Austin O'Malley's condition is about the same in St. Agnes Hospital. George Clarke said that O'Malley's lower limbs are absolutely paralyzed. Fitte was with Mr. and Mrs. Paradis last evening. :: XI-2-e A.L.S. 2pp.

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Every day the Chicago papers have a column of particulars on the Austin O'Malley case. It is a sad affair, indeed. The chapter opened this morning. No changes expected at Notre Dame. Fitte will probably spend a few weeks in Canton. :: XI-2-e A.L.S. 1p.

Scope and Contents As usual Edwards is in good company and has no need to go very far to build up his nest, being in the rich lumber estate of the Nester family. Fitte found many improvements, electricity in the church at Notre Dame University, a fine mosaic floor in the entrance hall and prospects for better and more varied meals. Great preparations for 350 Chicago priests coming for their retreat. Father Lemarie is dead in France. Mother Pauline had another tumor cut out. The prospects are splendid for next...

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Before he leaves for Battle Creek, he takes pleasure in wishing Edwards a happy Christmas. Young Emerson, they say, has a mild case of typhoid fever; his father was at Notre Dame yesterday. :: XI-2-f A.L.S. 1p.

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The enclosed clipping speaks for itself. It is hot, hot, hot. Happily Father Walter Elliott, C.S.P. does not make it still hotter for them. Elliott talks rather than preaches and his conferences are solid and practical. Fitte leaves Friday for Canton, Ohio, where he will stay three weeks. :: XI-2-d A.L.S. 1p.

Scope and Contents He had three pleasant weeks among his friends, and spent them partly in the mountains thinking it would be the best means to get rid of malaria. He lost eight pounds of flesh but he still has too much of it. Next Monday the Bishop of Detroit dedicates the church in Lapeer, Michigan and Father Andrew Morrissey, C.S.C. is to preach. There is a scandal brewing in the shape of a book. Edwards will know it soon enough. P.S. Father Louis Letourneau C.S.C. has been appointed Assistant General a...

Scope and Contents He is glad Edwards' trip abroad proved successful. The priests of Chicago were at Notre Dame for their retreat. He supposed that Edwards had another pleasant visit in Paris with Father Jamet and also with Father Labbe in the Vesinct. He had 20 days vacation; and has moved to the Community House. Another shady story in Chicago says that Father F. J. Barry, Chancellor and Vicar-general has been peremptorily dismissed by Archbishop James Edward Quigley and granted a long vacation. The Bishop of...

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He just learned that the Travelers will be home next Saturday. A great reception was given Father General Gilbert Francois by the Poles of Chicago last evening. They must be on the way to Fort Wayne. The sisters and the Provincial wanted to see the General room. He is feeling well. :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 2pp.

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Edwards note was received and the other handed to Father Andrew Morrissey. He Morrissey is thankful for the remembrance and hopes Edwards will call here soon. The Retreat is good;; it will close Saturday. They are in solitude and retirement. :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 1p.

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Edwards' two letters have been received. They are all surprised that Edwards did not find time as yet to pay a visit to Father General and Father Morrissey. Congratulations for the treasures he got from Fort Wayne. Give his regards to Bishop Ignatius Horstmann. :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 2pp.

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Edwards has been discreet about Robert Sweeny's marriage. All capitulants are here Father Frederick Linneborn C.S.C. and Father Daniel J. Spillare C.S.C. being the last to materialize. The General Chapter opens tomorrow. Father Andrew Morrissey, C.S.C. overheated himself going to St. Mary's and returning; Father General Gilbert Francois was excited and discouraged over it. But by Monday Morrissey will be well again. :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 4pp.

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He is glad to hear that Edwards gradually succeeds in getting rid of drowsiness and wishes him speedy recovery before he sails for colder latitudes. Father E. though not very logical is pious and zealous. The retreat will be a success. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 1p.

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He had a delightful stay at the seashore in a most charming company. He found everything quiet at Notre Dame except that in the evening they had a keg of beer with sandwiches and a game of whist. Six or seven sisters were sent to the Paulist's parish in New York. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 3pp.

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He hopes Edwards will return safe and sound to cheer his friends by his presence. This is also the wish of Father August Goupille. Christmas he went to Benton Harbor. St. John's day was celebrated with pomp, bombast, and lies. All wind and foam, nothing but words. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 1p.

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He sends his best wishes for a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Frs. General and Provincial send regards to Edwards. They intend to close the year by a dinner in the Community House. He lists the guests. He misses Edwards. :: XI-2-i A.L.S. 1p.

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He is glad that the olds boys do honor to their Alma Mater. He will write soon and give some locals. :: XI-2-g Postcard, signed

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Many changes took place. Father Hennessey goes to Portland; Father William McNamee to Austin; Father Bernard Ill to Cincinnati; Father James Ready to Watertown. Father August Goupille is booked for Cincinnati as chaplain of nuns; he is wild and furious and intends to appeal to the Superior General. Father Patrick Carroll is made president of Watertown college. The Provincial will be in attendance when Cardinal Francis Satolli comes to Chicago. :: XI-2-g A.L.S. 4pp.

Scope and Contents Edwards' note reached him. He concludes that Edwards' health is all right. Father Peter Paul Cooney want to his reward last week. Father Louis Letorneau, C.S.C. underwent another facial operation and is getting along well, as is Brother Alexander, C.S.C. who was operated on. Last week he received a papal brief from the Bishop Herman J. Alerding of Fort Wayne, giving great praise to the Sisters of the Holy Cross and granting them the apostolical benediction and two plenary indulgences. Father...

Scope and Contents Edwards' favor reached him. Their President landed in New York last Sunday. He asks Edwards to remember him to his friends; he will not forget Edwards to his. Father August Goupille C.S.C. left to pay a visit to Mark Guerin in Chicago. The Provincial of the Holy Cross Father John A. Zahm C.S.C. in America was received in audience by the Pope. He gave the Pope $1,000. and photographs of Notre Dame; he is making arrangements for a couple of hundred religious to cross to the U.S. The first...

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He waited yesterday but was disappointed. Now it is understood that Edwards will call this morning without fail. The menu is approved; lunch at 2 o'clock sharp. He will give Edwards the money. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 1p.

Scope and Contents It is settled that Fitte will not go to Europe this year. The annual retreat is over, so is the Chapter. Very few changes at Notre Dame. Father James A. Burns goes to Washington to replace Father Peter J. Franciscus who is appointed Superior of the missionary band so far composed of Father Peter Klein and Father Peter Lauth. Father John J. O'Rourke replaces Father John O'Keeffe who goes as pastor to Austin, Texas with Father Joseph Kirsch as assistant. Father James Rogers comes to Notre Dame...

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A Belgian Dominican of Somerset is preaching their retreat. In spite of his French accent he seems to be a success owing to his piety. Fitte has been requested to hold the Chapter during the retreat. He and Father Andrew Morrissey go to Grand Rapids for the dedication of the new cathedral. Fitte has no plans for vacation. :: XI-2-f A.L.S. 1p.

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Edwards' last favor reached him; he thanks him for the contents. They are absorbed in the holy retreat, Father Michael, a Passionist is the preacher. Fr. General takes his meals there with Fr. Delahanti. They buried Brother Denis, C.S.C. this morning. Professor Paul says Judge Paradis, the professor's father is dead. :: XI-2-j A.L.S. 1p.